head gasket

  1. MadeThatMyself

    Stubborn head gasket removal

    Any tips for removing stuck head gasket? These pieces are stuck on there good. I tried some degreaser with a plastic safety scraper to no avail. Just read to try paint stripper or maybe try some heat? It also looks like there are small impressions in the mating surfaces from the old head...
  2. Simebone

    Yamabond vs Permatex copper spray for head gasket installation

    I have been dealing with high oil consumption and smoking issues that were temporarily stopped by installing a new head gasket. I had installed the gasket dry, however it has now started smoking and drinking oil again. I have a new gasket on order which I plan to install with some form of...
  3. Simebone

    1978 XS650E "Shakey" Build Log

    This is the ongoing saga of a black 1978 XS650E that had been salvaged, bought then sat parked for about 20 years. This post is an ongoing log of all the things I have found to be broken and how, with the help of this forum, 'fixed' them to the best of my ability. I got the bike in September...
  4. B

    Head gasket for 3rd oversize piston?

    Nevermind the head gasket question, figured that out already. After a little snooping I get the feeling that the 3rd oversize pistons won't work for a 80xs. Is this true? Or can I bore it out to the 3rd piston range?
  5. N

    how hard is it to replace the head gasket?

    i was wondering how hard it is to replace the head gasket on the 82 xs650. i have never done one before & i was wondering if it is something that can be done easily or is going to take some skill & know how to do. if any one has any information on this it would be tremendously helpful!
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