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[Barbarossa.]

On the subject - and because I think I may have the same problem - does anyone have any feedback on the Multi Layer Steel (MLS) gasket that Rover now offer? It comes as a kit with higher spec head bolts, new oil rail in the sump and a new gasket. Link

[Stationary M25 Traveller]

good to see that things are still being developed for the vast number of K-series out there.

 

Feedback would be interesting.

[TomGaval]

Oily was right again. Pulled the head and could not see any evidence of a gasket failure. Oily said that they are not always easy to identify. Sent the head off to the machine shop and they confirmed that it was slightly off at cylinder #2. Peened and skimmed. Liner height is good, no liner cracks. Going back on today with new head gasket and bolts from Oily. Thanks again Dave for the support. Drilling a hole in the thermostat. Decided not to do the remote stat change at this time. Hopefully it will run great for another 13 years. Thanks to all for your help. Tech Talk knowledge is really amazing.

Cheers.

Tom

[TomGaval]

Just to close out the thread, I took the Caterham out for a couple of trackdays, on Friday and Saturday. Pleased to report that the head gasket replacement seems to have resolved the issue. Car ran great, no problems with the coolant level, and temp stayed rock steady. Only down side was that the Alternator crapped out and wasn't charging the battery. Oh Well, I sense a new thread coming on. Thanks again to everyone for all your support. And Oily was Right again.

 

Tom

[Nick Woods]

Good news , glad you got it sorted