Copper spray on headgasket

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BlkrwdT
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Im planning on doing a headgasket change w/ cometic and some arp studs. Is copper spray needed? Ive heard some people use it and some dont. Im planning on doin this once and right .


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themadscientist
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any quality metal headgasket is adequate.

Silvia007
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I use it, call it extra insurance.

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themadscientist
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dam straight, more is better in things like this. anybody got a link to that stuff. I have never used it before.

fatboy
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i was taught to use silver spray paint when putting on head. it never fails for me

gumby
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worked good with the exhaust and headers but its real sticky so try an get it on right the first time if you can


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