Head Gasket

[Joe_Cool97]

What all do you need to replace when you are doing a headgasket?
I'm doing it the cheapest way. Re-using headbolts. Head should be fine.
I have the headgasket.. now anything else?

94 2.2L

[maddstyle]

Be sure you use proper sealant on both surfaces, and clean as best you can. It's a good idea to replace the thermostat gasket too, it may leak if you reuse it.

[wafrederick]

Make sure the gasket surface is clean.Also get the cylinder head checked for warpness.The head gasket will not seal up very well when the cylinder head is warped.If the cylinder head is warped,take off the intake manifold,certain parts off and take the cylinder head to an automotive machine shop to get milled.You do not need to use sealant on the head gasket.There should be a mark on the headgasket,This side up,etc.

[Classicrocjunkie]

mmm head gaskets.... fun fun. But yea whats said above. I'd use new bolts though. Personally i wouldn't want to do it again if you snap on off.