cylinder head pressure test

[jackylegs]

I have got a bmw x3 330 and am just about to replace the head gasket after it failed. I have got some where to get it skimmed I am just looking for some where close to me in Bromley kent to get it pressure tested after. But can't find anywhere that does 6 cylinder heads.
If any 1 knows any 1 that does.thanks jack

[anonymous-user]

What? I thought only the K series had head gasket problems?

[22Rgt]

Dont bother, just slap it back together and sling a bottle of Steel Seal in it job done.It would have fixed the blown gasket in the first place..

[B'stard Child]

22Rgt said:

Dont bother, just slap it back together and sling a bottle of Steel Seal in it job done.It would have fixed the blown gasket in the first place..

^ what a stunning mechanic you are - someone is prepared to fix something properly and you suggest a snake oil solution that really is a get you home answer.

The OP hasn't stated the failure mode of the original head gasket it may have popped a combustion ring between cylinders in which case you could use 20 bottles of steel seal and have no effect at all.

OP I'm not local to you so pointless recommending my local place but if you can't find anywhere locally Norfolk Suffolk border has a place I use that cope fine with 6 banger heads

[750turbo]

B'stard Child said:

22Rgt said:

Dont bother, just slap it back together and sling a bottle of Steel Seal in it job done.It would have fixed the blown gasket in the first place..

^ what a stunning mechanic you are - someone is prepared to fix something properly and you suggest a snake oil solution that really is a get you home answer.

The OP hasn't stated the failure mode of the original head gasket it may have popped a combustion ring between cylinders in which case you could use 20 bottles of steel seal and have no effect at all.

OP I'm not local to you so pointless recommending my local place but if you can't find anywhere locally Norfolk Suffolk border has a place I use that cope fine with 6 banger heads

22Rgt - The gift that keeps on giving

OP, ignore his drivel.

[jackylegs]

Good idea rgt do u think it's worth only putting 4 head bolts back in as well so I can join the bogged and badger club?

I want to do it properly. I don't see the point in taking the chance and doing this all again.

[AlexRS2782]

22Rgt said:

Dont bother, just slap it back together and sling a bottle of Steel Seal in it job done.It would have fixed the blown gasket in the first place..

I take it that's how you maintain your fleet of hire cars in Malaga then

[littleredrooster]

22Rgt said:

Dont bother, just slap it back together and sling a bottle of Steel Seal in it job done.It would have fixed the blown gasket in the first place..

You're an utter blithering idiot. Again.

OP - pressure testing heads is usually done to find porosity or cracks, not cylinder head gasket leaks. If you think the head may have cracked, fair enough, but it is unlikely to find a problem with a skimmed head and newly fitted gasket.

[V8 FOU]

Try Modus in Tunbridge Wells.

If you can't find them, PM for number.

[jackylegs]

V8 fou. Thanks mate I'll look now

Littleredroster.i know people don't normally get them done but whilst it's off and for what it is going to cost for me is a no brainer and just want to make sure every thing is 100%