[P38] Exhaust gases in coolant

kermit_rr · 2025-04-24T20:51:13+0100

If i ever had another rv8 that i knew was good, i would use ARP studs instead of the usual stretch bolts for the heads. Much less stress all round.. if a block is ever going to crack, it's near the bolts.
Something to consider if you take the heads off.
They aren't cheap but worth it if you have a good block. In my opinion.

blue_cheese · 2025-04-24T20:56:42+0100

I'm currently using ARP studs on mine, one of my long term goals with this is to get the block redone with flanged liners, so I think I might reassemble for now (after fitting the new valley gasket) and then take it to a specialist soon.

Unfortunately there's not many of those here in south wales

kermit_rr · 2025-04-24T21:07:11+0100

blue_cheese said:
I'm currently using ARP studs on mine, one of my long term goals with this is to get the block redone with flanged liners, so I think I might reassemble for now (after fitting the new valley gasket) and then take it to a specialist soon.

Unfortunately there's not many of those here in south wales

If the car is generally in good condition then i think it's a good investment. I know it's not cheap but it's pretty much bullet proof peace of mind.
If it's done properly then the cylinder is sealed by the liner top and bottom

blue_cheese · 2025-04-24T21:08:50+0100

The rover is to replace my currentlyeased car, because I don't do much driving these days. So happy to invest a little to solidify it.

Grrrrrr · 2025-04-24T21:58:28+0100

blue_cheese said:
Possibly, I've order a new gasket anyway. I got the Reinz one over the OEM one, hopefully that was the best choice.

How thick should you apply the sealant around the ports?

Wouldn't touch Reinz with yours these days. But seeing as I also put a Reinz head-gasket on mine earlier this year I guess we'll both be praying they're OK.

Grrrrrr · 2025-04-24T22:01:12+0100

kermit_rr said:
If the car is generally in good condition then i think it's a good investment. I know it's not cheap but it's pretty much bullet proof peace of mind.
If it's done properly then the cylinder is sealed by the liner top and bottom

Hmmm. rv8 is pretty good apart from crank wear around the seals, soft cam shafts and dodgy cylinder liners. Bolts would be the least of my worries although definitely nice if you have the cash.

[P38] Exhaust gases in coolant

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