What arethe strongest/best head gaskets to buy for a my00 uk turbo(classic) I seriously can't be arsed with them going again so advice needed? Can I get wrc spec ones?

 

Normally Subaru's Multi Layer steel gasket is good enough for most applications.

What you need to do to ensure longevity is to be absolutely certain that the head and block surfaces are completely flat. I'd never suggest replacing a knackered head gasket without getting the heads skimmed.

WRC cars don't use gaskets they use gas rings which entails an awful lot of work that is both costly and time consuming.

Get the heads skimmed and go for some Cosworth Stopper gaskets and you'll not go far wrong.

 

Where would be able to pick up a set of cosworth gaskets?

 

Lateral Performance.
The OE HG may be very capable but I've been quoted £300 for a pair at a stealer
Is this right or is there another source for them at a much lower price?
A Cosworth HG set is about £135.

Nick

 

Cossie headgaskets it is then...

 

alternatively get the block done for 14mm ARP head bolts

 

Go for Cosworth..

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Neel

 

Cosworth, Cometic... or, I think, the STi v.5/6 ones are MLS ones too. Whatever you get, you shouldn't have to pay too much more than £110-120 for the pair.

BTW, I believe the correct thickness for the MY99/00 engine is 0.6mm (thin ones!). But don't quote me...

 

Genuine Subaru 483 (STi5/6/newage) MLS head gaskets are £89 a pair at Import Car Parts.

 

Even better! lol

 

That sounds more sensible.
Is the dealer price really £300 or was I being had?

 

Being had, I'd say! Ridiculous mark up!

As mentioned, worst case they should cost £130 max, I reckon....

 

Yea £300 is well overpriced, the Uk retail for a pair of Subaru Gaskets from a dealer is £117.24 inc vat... Are you sure they weren't quoting you for a kit including all the nessesary other gaskets and bits n bobs you need?