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Old 07-15-2021, 11:04 AM   #1
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The head gaskets in the M96/97 are multilayer steel and actually stronger than the cylinder head or block, which is why you never see them failing.................
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Old 07-15-2021, 11:42 AM   #2
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The head gaskets in the M96/97 are multilayer steel and actually stronger than the cylinder head or block, which is why you never see them failing.................
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Old 07-16-2021, 03:26 AM   #3
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The head gaskets in the M96/97 are multilayer steel and actually stronger than the cylinder head or block, which is why you never see them failing.................
What if the head is warped due to overheating?
There is no good information evidence what the previous owner experienced/did.
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Old 07-16-2021, 03:38 AM   #4
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What if the head is warped due to overheating?
There is no good information evidence what the previous owner experienced/did.
These heads tend to crack before they warp.
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