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Old Sep 10, 2011, 11:11 PM
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Evo Ix headgasket

Hey everyone. Im going to do the headgasket i just blew on my evo IX. Just wanted to know if anybody had any tips or how to's on how to get it done with the motor in the car.
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Just read the service manual.
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where?
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You're welcome.

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Oh, and here's where you download the service manual for your car. (The pictures I posted are for an 8).

http://www.evoscan.com/vehicle-manuals
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Thank you sir
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No prob. Good luck!
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Gotta love the service manual.
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any secret tips or "make-your-life-easier" kinda advice when doing this?
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sad day in evo land
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that "special tool" for the head bolts, is it really special? or can you use a universal socket? and if so anyone know the size?
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Originally Posted by itsjoshhhh
that "special tool" for the head bolts, is it really special? or can you use a universal socket? and if so anyone know the size?
I had my headstuds done recently and I believe they used a regular socket to take the stock ones out.
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but it will not work without the special tool! the service manual says so!!!!


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