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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 09:53 PM
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From: LONG ISLAND
Car: 87 IROC-Z28
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 5 Speed
replacing head gasket....

Hey guys ripped apart my newly acquired 87 iroc to replace head gaskets.. I have been told to have the heads milled by some and not to bother by others. Heads are original and cast iron and everything seems to look fine. This is not a commuter just a weekend fun car. Any help would be appreciated. I really don't want to have to bring them in for nothing.
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:01 PM
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Car: 1988 GTA
Engine: LB9
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Axle/Gears: 3.45
Re: replacing head gasket....

While they are off, you should at least have them checked. But they are likely fine, these cast iron heads are very durable.
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:24 PM
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Re: replacing head gasket....

be a good time to do valve stem seals
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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 01:40 AM
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Re: replacing head gasket....

Definitely take the opportunity for valve stem seals and if you're feeling flush, get the machine shop to check the guides and replace if required.
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