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  1. 05-05-2010, 08:22 PM #1
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    Metal Head Gaskets??

    I was wondering are OEM metal head gaskets better than aftermarket head gaskets?
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  2. 05-05-2010, 08:26 PM #2
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  3. 05-05-2010, 08:32 PM #3
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    What would be the advantages?
    1985 200X
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    1985 350X With Bassani Exhaust

    1983 Honda 200E (PARTING OUT!!!!)

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  4. 05-05-2010, 09:46 PM #4
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    Some(thicker) copper gaskets can be annealed and reused.
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  6. 05-06-2010, 01:32 AM #6
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    Never used a metal one myself but according to a guy I know who built drag engines, in a stock application the paper ones seal better. Super high performance copper is better.
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  7. 05-06-2010, 06:23 AM #7
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    I herd honda changed over to the metal ones because the led content in the original style . I believe the old style is best for stock application . If you can find a copper BAPP one thats the best way to go and you'll never have to buy one again as its reusable .
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    Interesting thanks for the info guys.
    1985 200X
    66mm H&S Piston
    Little Bit Bigger Cam
    Bassani Exhaust

    1985 350X With Bassani Exhaust

    1983 Honda 200E (PARTING OUT!!!!)

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  9. 05-06-2010, 10:09 AM #9
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    The OEM gasket is not just a pure copper gasket. I prefer OEM for headgaskets just to be safe. Cardboard is cardboard so I'll use any brand on case covers but many times I use OEM headgaskets but it also depends on the brand and type of motor. Some are notorious for failures if anything other than OEM is used.

    Admittedly, I have had no issues with any of the Vesrah gasket kits.....

    On the 83/85 200X just make sure to put the o-ring on the right stud or the oil won't get up to the head. Shows you which one in the book.
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  10. 05-06-2010, 11:29 AM #10
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    I just tore down my 85 Big Red last night and it has a metal headgasket. Is this factory?

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  11. 05-06-2010, 11:37 AM #11
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    metal shoul dbe factory. i had a cardboard on on me xr200 and the head leaked badly.
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