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Old Jul 22, 2014 | 08:46 PM
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I just got my heads from fuel moto!!
My question the head gasket kit comes with the lower jug O ring
Do I need to pull the jugs and replace that oring???
cant find anything in the my manual that specifies replacing it if I just pull the heads!!
 
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Old Jul 22, 2014 | 09:09 PM
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You do not need to replace O ring if you don't pull jugs. In fact, if I pulled jugs, I'd be replacing rings and re honing too(depending on mileage). But be careful when separating heads from jugs that the jugs don't pull away from the case. looks like you already replaced your stockers anyway.
 
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Originally Posted by kishstl
You do not need to replace O ring if you don't pull jugs. In fact, if I pulled jugs, I'd be replacing rings and re honing too(depending on mileage). But be careful when separating heads from jugs that the jugs don't pull away from the case. looks like you already replaced your stockers anyway.
Thanks I really didn't think would need to!!

PS what kind of power does yours make with those heads???
 
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Here is the dyno prior to the dragulas, it's a better flatter torque curve now with more low end.
 
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