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83 Maxim 750 head gasket

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by dcesa1, Apr 25, 2015.

  1. dcesa1

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    I was wondering if anyone could help me out with the stock head gasket thickness for my bike? Also is there another one that is thicker that fits too?
     
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    i can measure a used one for you this afternoon. can i ask why?
     
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    the one i took off about two weeks ago is .o53 inches at the metal rings
     
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    Thicker gasket.

    Hmmmm......

    One surmises that you wish to lower the compression ratio a little.

    One infers that you intend to attach some sort of forced induction.

    One becomes curious......
     
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    the "o-rings" around #4 head studs might be a problem
     
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    I am contemplating lowering the compression so I can run an 75 octane gas I stumbled upon and it is just way too fast. What are these o rings, do you have pictures?
     
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    Or maybe a mild forced induction.
     
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    75 Octane?! Are you planning a trip to Russia?
     

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