Head gaskets advice
 

Hi guys, I couldn't find an introduction section so I'll just jump straight in.

A bit of background first, I don't currently own a Subaru (well at least not a whole one anyway), I have the oily bits from a 1999 (T) Subaru Legacy Outback (EJ25 sohc).

I am planning on fitting this into a 1972 VW Beetle. (**ducks**)

Anyway, I removed the engine from the car knowing that the head gasket/s had gone and I am capable of rebuilding the engine myself. I just need a little guidance as to the best gaskets to buy.

I have been to my local branch of 'Euro car parts' and they can supply the appropriate gaskets for around £100, but I have also found a full head set on ebay in the US for much cheaper, even after I pay the VAT and import duty.

Now I'm aware that cheap and Subaru are words that do not necessarily go together, so I would be grateful if any of you guys could tell me if the set is any good.

EJ25 head gasket set

Or alternatively, where should I buy them from in the UK?

Thanks

John

Japanese Import Car Parts

Nick

DO get the correct thickness gaskets in order to maintain the compression ratio.

I didn't: mine had it's heads skimmed after a headgasket failure and went pop.:(

Thanks for that, what is the stock thickness?

I assume the new gaskets should be stock thickness + skim thickness?

Also, does anyone know where I can get second hand timing belt covers? I need the full assembly as it looks like the rear sections melted when the engine overheated.I know of 'grade a' already, are there any other gooduns?