Engine assembly issue

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pullark

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Aug 11, 2010
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Catalina 30 30 Mk 11 Brisbane
Hi All,
I have a Beta 28 hp diesel . This the same motor as the M25XPB (but with different add-ons such as the heat exchanger) .Recently did a valve grind and bought a new head gasket to instal. On reassembling the head to the engine block I forgot to bolt on the thermostat housing before torquing down the head. Not possible to bolt on this housing with head attached.
My question is ... Can I reuse the new gasket after taking the head off again without any problems down the track? I'm thinking that since the engine has not been started the gasket will not be bedded in and should be OK. Your thoughts please.
Cheers
Kevin
 
Stu Jackson

Stu Jackson

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Feb 26, 2004
23,101
Catalina 34 224 Maple Bay, BC, Canada
We've had our skippers report that the head gasket can be reused M25s and M25XPs). Only suggestion I can make for you at this time is to try it an see. Don't know, for you, what the availability of a new gasket is. If you can walk or drive down to your supplier, then you should be OK. If you have to order it and wait for it, not so much.

Good luck.
 
anchorclanker

anchorclanker

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May 27, 2012
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Oday 222 Beaver Lake, Arkansas
As long as the engine hasnt run you will be fine, provided it didnt stick and wants to tear coming off. If it comes off clean, your okay. If it leaves anything behind, so much as a smidge, clean it up and get a new gasket. A light film of glue might be one thing, but if the actual gasket material separates anywhere, it cause trouble and isnt worth the risk.
 
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