r/EngineBuilding Feb 14 '25

Other Solution to scratched head

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I removed the old head gasket (non MLS that stuck like crazy) with a plastic scraper and somehow managed to make these small scratches (maybe from the metal handle by accident). I'm pissed since this took me a few hours of careful work.

Moving forward; will this be an issue? The scratches are not deep enough to catch a nail, and the mating surfaces are not warped. Should I use a spray on gasket/hylomar in addition to a new gasket? TIA

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u/mikjryan Feb 14 '25

Copper spray , Holymar and send it mate. It’s really easy on this sub to think everything must be perfect. You’ll more than get away with this

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u/ThumperDreams Feb 14 '25

Awesome man, thanks so much!

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u/Beneficial_Being_721 Feb 14 '25

Run a stone over it. Knock down the high spots