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Old Jan 4, 2004 | 10:51 PM
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since im going turbo in a year, would it be ok if i changed my head gasket now? some like 80mm on a N/A? or would this cause a problem? keep in mind i really no nothing about engine break downs and how they work, im still learning.
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Old Jan 7, 2004 | 10:10 AM
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bump.. anyone?
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Old Jan 7, 2004 | 12:45 PM
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if you change your headgasket to a thicker one you will lower compression. The lower compression without boost will cause a significant drop in power. 80mm is a tad big though, In fact, thats in the range of exhaust piping sizes. For ideal compression, go with a 1.6mm-2mm headgasket.
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Old Jan 7, 2004 | 01:36 PM
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Forget about doing anything now. Wait to get all the parts and then start installing the turbo kit.

Chris
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