[tech] metal headgasket 2L 16v question

["Victor Farren" <vfarren@rrs.cdie.org>]

My 2L 16v leaks at the back of the #1 cylinder even after replacing
with brand new headgasket and new stretch bolts.  No surprise here,
just annoyed.

I have heard that using the ARP head bolts will cure the problem. 
They have been ordered.

I have also heard that using a metal headgasket can help solve the
problem.  The thing is, when I asked the person who had done this,
what kind of gasket they were using, they didn't know; said it was
'generic.'

Soooo, does anyone know which it is?  G60, A3 2.0L 8v (will the 8v
gasket work on a 16v block?), other?  

I also don't want the gasket to increase the compression ratio as the
head has already been shaved a little (.006 inch) and I might (praying
I don't have to) have to deck the block if it turns out it is warped,
which I doubt.

I have heard that just using the ARP head studs with the stock gasket
is enough, but I am getting REAL tired of this damn leak and want to
fix it once and for all.

thanks,

Victor

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