jhall
BMWMOA #24809
Only 1500 miles since re-torquing the head bolts, the left head gasket on my 95 R100RT is weeping again; not bad enough to start blowing in the wind like before, but enough to cause wetness. It's likely to only get worse, so I plan to replace the head gasket on that side, but have noticed the part number changed in 1992. From what I can tell, pre-92 had asbestos in them, and post-92 did not.
QUESTION: is there any difference in reliability between pre and post 1992 head gaskets? Looks like post-92 is most readily available. But if there's significant reliability issues, I will look harder for pre-92 NOS, asbestos.
QUESTION #2: Is there an aftermarket head gasket that's superior to OEM? I know there is for Harley EVOs, but not sure about Airhead. I plan to stay with OEM, unless someone here advises different.
Appreciate any and all feedback.
Thanks Much,
Joe H
QUESTION: is there any difference in reliability between pre and post 1992 head gaskets? Looks like post-92 is most readily available. But if there's significant reliability issues, I will look harder for pre-92 NOS, asbestos.
QUESTION #2: Is there an aftermarket head gasket that's superior to OEM? I know there is for Harley EVOs, but not sure about Airhead. I plan to stay with OEM, unless someone here advises different.
Appreciate any and all feedback.
Thanks Much,
Joe H
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