PNW Chit Chat thread

[dashboardmonkey]

Is a metric wheel going to work with that big old tire on it? What are you looking to put it on?

My e30. I need a spare. As it is now, if I get a flat I am fucked.

[Ryann]

Fuck VR. I just ordered a pan gasket and vc gasket from Blunt that were both VR. I will not be using either.

Why the fuck even order a pan gasket?

I've used VR head gaskets on a lot of engines, BMWs, Jeeps, Toyotas, Isuzus.. not once have I had issues. Ever.

[EN318isPDX]

Why the fuck even order a pan gasket?

I've used VR head gaskets on a lot of engines, BMWs, Jeeps, Toyotas, Isuzus.. not once have I had issues. Ever.

From what I have been reading, domestic guys have no issues with em. seems only us import people complain about the quality. If you are concerned about aftermarket parts quality go OEM. :hitler:

Also, how many people replaced a head gasket without any head work (sand paper doesnt count) A few miles later they go on an computer to rage about the quality of the gasket

[Keith M]

Troof. 8 years on mine with no issues.

[2mAn]

Here are 3 different headgaskets. Look closely at them and tell me which one you would want to run and which you would want to avoid.



Victor Reinz is on the left, Elring in the middle, and Goetze is on the right

[e30austin]

Definitely NOT the top one...lol. That one in the middle looks rather nice!

[Red46]

When I put that 2.7i together (now Simon's) I came across some people talking about VR head gaskets failing. I dismissed it as "internet hype"....one person says they don't like it and it immediately becomes "internet FACT". I put the engine together with the VR head gasket. After a few weeks I got curious about it and did some more research and it does seem like a somewhat common problem. But you'll also find the people that have a "million" miles on a VR.....so who do you believe? Is it bad quality control, some fine some crap?
For me it's Goetze from now on though. Call it what ever you want....superstition, playing it safe....I don't know. I do know I feel bad for Simon though.

[EN318isPDX]

Ok the sealant goes a different way and the rings look a lil smaller

So #1 VR #2 Goat #3 OEM?

[DÌEGØ]

Here are 3 different headgaskets. Look closely at them and tell me which one you would want to run and which you would want to avoid.

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Victor Reinz is on the left, Elring in the middle, and Goetze is on the left

Just by looking at them I'd pick the one on the right. Because it "looks" better made. I would try to avoid the one on the left.

My Goetze HG looked like the one on the right so I'm gessing you meant Goetze on the RIGHT??

[kid325e]

From what I have been reading, domestic guys have no issues with em. seems only us import people complain about the quality. If you are concerned about aftermarket parts quality go OEM. :hitler:

Also, how many people replaced a head gasket without any head work (sand paper doesnt count) A few miles later they go on an computer to rage about the quality of the gasket

Very good point. Didn't even think of that!

[IronJoe]

Elring for me, personal preference.

28+ PSI on my 2.0L turbo for years, never a problem.

[Farbin Kaiber]

AMERICAN PUMPFUCKERS baybee!

[kid325e]

My boss told me they try to stick with Elring VC gaskets in the PRO 3 cars. He said he wouldn't hesitate to use a VR in a pinch but there is much more piece of mind with the Elring ones. Havn't had as many problems with them! Sounds like it all depends on everyones personal preference. Personal experience with either or seems to be the kicker.

[2mAn]

Ok the sealant goes a different way and the rings look a lil smaller

So #1 VR #2 Goat #3 OEM?

Close, #1 VR, #2 Elring #3 Goetze.

The rings all look similar and that hasnt really been the issue that people have been having, its around the coolant and oil passages that fail. Im sure thats whats happening with mine.

Personally looking the gaskets I think I would be happy with either Elring or Goetze. I ordered a Goetze and Im happy with my purchase. Cant wait to put it all back together.

Just by looking at them I'd pick the one on the right. Because it "looks" better made. I would try to avoid the one on the left.

My Goetze HG looked like the one on the right so I'm gessing you meant Goetze on the RIGHT??

yes the Goetze is ont he right, fixed the hidden answer key lol

When I put that 2.7i together (now Simon's) I came across some people talking about VR head gaskets failing. I dismissed it as "internet hype"....one person says they don't like it and it immediately becomes "internet FACT". I put the engine together with the VR head gasket. After a few weeks I got curious about it and did some more research and it does seem like a somewhat common problem. But you'll also find the people that have a "million" miles on a VR.....so who do you believe? Is it bad quality control, some fine some crap?

For me it's Goetze from now on though. Call it what ever you want....superstition, playing it safe....I don't know. I do know I feel bad for Simon though.

Ben, I initially wanted to do the same and just dismiss it, but the more I read the less I became comfortable with putting another VR gasket on there. Dont feel bad, I love this car.

[bmwm42]

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/3569464284.html

Anyone's car on here