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Old 11-13-2012, 06:10 PM   eBay Motors  #1 (permalink)
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ordered parts, what else do i need

so i just ordered a set of bosch injectors and install kit, arp head studs, injector cup orings and head gaskets. i was going to order all new injector cups but decided to wait till i get it apart to see how they look. Can anybody think of anything else i will need gasket wise, o rings, etc. Thanks in advance for any info
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juss some more info i left out i will be replacing injectors and head gaskets next week and juss wanting to know what else i need to complete this installation
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Old 11-13-2012, 07:22 PM   eBay Motors  #3 (permalink)
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make sure you use the correct head gasket thickness so theres no interference with the piston. good luck
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Old 11-13-2012, 07:33 PM   eBay Motors  #4 (permalink)
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i ordered the grade c from merchant automotive. Are those correct?
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update: just ordered exhaust manifold gaskets, up pipes to manifold gaskets, lower valve cover gaskets, and Y-bridge seals. Somebody told me i need a turbo coolant hose..do i really need that?
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Old 11-14-2012, 05:19 AM   eBay Motors  #7 (permalink)
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need to measure the piston protrusion height and select approp. gasket

Cylinder Head Gasket Grade


Gasket Grade



Projection Value



Gasket Thickness




A (No hole)


Over 0.223 to less than 0.274 mm

(0.0088 to less than 0.0108")


0.90 to 1.00 mm

(0.0354 to 0.0394")



B (One hole)


Over 0.274 to less than 0.325 mm

(0.0108 to less than 0.0128")


0.95 to 1.05 mm

(0.0374 to 0.0413")



C (Two holes)


Over 0.325 to less than 0.376 mm

(0.0128 to less than 0.0148")


1.00 to 1.10 mm

(0.0394 to 0.0433")
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Be sure and check your cup/sleeve seat on the head for corrosion. Sometimes can't see it, gotta feel it.
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need to measure the piston protrusion height and select approp. gasket

Cylinder Head Gasket Grade


Gasket Grade



Projection Value



Gasket Thickness




A (No hole)


Over 0.223 to less than 0.274 mm

(0.0088 to less than 0.0108")


0.90 to 1.00 mm

(0.0354 to 0.0394")



B (One hole)


Over 0.274 to less than 0.325 mm

(0.0108 to less than 0.0128")


0.95 to 1.05 mm

(0.0374 to 0.0413")



C (Two holes)


Over 0.325 to less than 0.376 mm

(0.0128 to less than 0.0148")


1.00 to 1.10 mm

(0.0394 to 0.0433")
Grade C is fine.
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