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ReyEG2
02-13-2011, 10:15 AM
so i wanna change my headgasket pretty soon on my LS/VTEC (LS block with GSR head) but was curious about what head gasket am i suppose to use? LS? VTEC? and can i use a Mugen headgasket to bump up the compression? i've been hearing stories that i can use a LS or VTEC gasket but have to drill a hole for it? anyway thanks n any inputs is appreciated. :wave1:

locash
02-13-2011, 10:21 AM
Just use an LS gasket.

ReyEG2
02-13-2011, 10:57 AM
Just use an LS gasket.

thanks sir! :you rock::you rock:

intenseneal
03-07-2011, 06:36 PM
According to Hasport and SRD you want to use a Vtec HG.
I need to change my reply and apologize for incorrect info. There was a miss communication between me and SRD about the HG. For Ls Vtec you use a Ls HG. SRD thought I was using a B16 block for some reason and told me the wrong info.

YewllowDA
03-07-2011, 07:48 PM
X2 for LS .dont forget to remove the 2 cooper rings

yeah i know they recommend the VTEC gasket, but will still go to LS gasket, no heating issues even if some of the holes are partially blocked...

im just using it for the pics of the rings that need to be removed...

http://www.goldeneaglemfg.com/includes/templates/custom/images/WhyGEMgasket.jpg

Dead Bird
03-07-2011, 08:14 PM
I'm using a B20 gasket on my b20v.

Zero overheating/oiling issues

Mr.Burner
03-07-2011, 08:24 PM
You don't have a choice, its a 2.0l
I'm using a B20 gasket on my b20v.

Zero overheating/oiling issues


You ALWAYS use the block for choosing a gasket.

The "mugen" gasket I believe has no center layer making it bump the compression. Not a wise idea imo.

Just get a better piston to up compression.

Dead Bird
03-07-2011, 08:26 PM
You don't have a choice, its a 2.0l


You ALWAYS use the block for choosing a gasket.

The "mugen" gasket I believe has no center layer making it bump the compression. Not a wise idea imo.

Just get a better piston to up compression.

I know I do, but OP doesn't.
Figured it would help him realize it should be the same circumstances for a 1.8

Mr.Burner
03-07-2011, 08:32 PM
Well here's a good example. I just took apart a brand new sleeved gsr engine leaking oil everywhere. It had an ls headasket.

Dead Bird
03-07-2011, 08:41 PM
hahaha

locash
03-08-2011, 09:36 AM
That image is partially incorrect, as the rivets dont touch anything on the block side.

Either way, it doesnt matter.

For a B20 with a vtec head, you have to use the CRV head gasket, or buy the Golden Eagle gaskets.

intenseneal
03-14-2011, 06:59 PM
Still a little confused after reading all that. Ls gasket or Vtec??

2point6
03-14-2011, 07:01 PM
I use the LS gasket and redrill the dowl pin locations on the head. I prefer to use the stock dowl pins.

Acurazor
03-14-2011, 07:26 PM
ALWAYS match the HG to whatever block you have, you will just need to drill the holes a bit bigger for the dowel pins. Very easy. And yes you can use the Mugen HG, and don't get me wrong I'm a Mugen freak. But when it comes to head gaskets I'd look into cometic, you can order thickness you want. Might be cheaper as well. Good luck.

intenseneal
03-15-2011, 07:21 AM
Ok I have a B16 HG and I ordered a Ls HG. One of the 2 will work lol. I want to compare them side by side

Acurazor
03-15-2011, 07:23 AM
What are you not grasping man? Use the ls gasket

intenseneal
03-15-2011, 07:38 AM
I will be, I just ordered one last night. But I had to order a B16 head gasket set for all the rest of the gaskets needed.

Acurazor
03-15-2011, 08:15 AM
Oh ok I got ya

pplh8r
03-15-2011, 04:43 PM
I have always used LS gaskets and never ran into any problems.
I also agree with Scott that you should drill the head to accept the factory dowel pins. I personally do not like using the stepped dowels that everyone seems to use now days.

intenseneal
03-15-2011, 07:02 PM
^^ why not?? I have Zerg stepped Ls Vtec dowel pins. The head I think may be drilled already for the larger Ls pins.

pplh8r
03-15-2011, 07:39 PM
^^ why not?? I have Zerg stepped Ls Vtec dowel pins. The head I think may be drilled already for the larger Ls pins.

Just a preference I guess?
Had some fitment problems with stepped dowls in the past and decided it was just a better option to use the factory ones after that.

integ2000ls
03-21-2011, 12:58 AM
It don't matter, either works. Just get a golden eagle if ur worried about it.

intenseneal
03-21-2011, 07:24 AM
Do the rivet in the Ls gasket need to be removed??

Dead Bird
03-21-2011, 10:15 AM
i didn't have to

intenseneal
03-21-2011, 11:34 PM
thanks sir head will be going on tomorrow :)

EK 9
03-22-2011, 11:04 PM
I remove the rivots with a pair of pliars

only the 2 on the intake side i guess you could say..

Just what i do

intenseneal
03-23-2011, 07:03 AM
Head is on not running yet but should be today. Ls gasket fit just fine, used the LS dowels as well. Now I have Zerg Dowel pins and a B16 head gaskets I dont need lol.

I<3myej1
03-23-2011, 09:07 AM
im running a oem honda ls hg on my lsv has been almost 3 years not 1 issue, I stay bnib oem honda parts wrn it comes to gaskets and oil pumps

jsk314
03-23-2011, 10:40 AM
i guess ill be the first to say with my ls/vtecs one was a b18b1 with a 92 b16 head. i ALWAYS ordered mine at BAP for a 99 si. never had to drill or anything along those lines(only thing i could think of was previous owner did?)

eg6123
04-11-2011, 01:01 AM
never knew that nice to know so if i ever go b20v lor lsv sweet

Mr.Burner
04-11-2011, 07:40 PM
I've used a bap gasket too. Although I had to drill out the dowel hole to accept them. But never had an issue with my b20v
Aslong as its mls your good.