Thread: Re use sr20vet gasket?

Hey guys,

Recently picked up a slight rod knock and have to open the motor up. I'm running a 88mm vet nissan head gasket. It's a week end at and only has about 2k miles max on the motor. Can the headgasket be used again or do I need to replace? I probably have to buy a new ve oil pump from the states anyways, but if it's not necessary for the gasket I don't want to waste money either.

i would say replace it just to be safe

no you cannot

yes you can

better safe than sorry. Are these gaskets even available anymore? gspec says no can do

It could be reused. I would replace it for piece of mind

if this motor has a substantial amount of $$ into it, it would be dumb not to at least get the cheap $75.00 one for peace of mind

Well it's 75 plus 88mm bore charge plus shipping plus import duties and tax plus added downtime since I'm not in the states. I'll take a look when it's open and decide from there.

Oh didn't realize you were in South Africa

If it looks in good shape I would reuse it, lol. Crank those headstuds down to 85ft/lb.