2001-2005 civic 1.7 liter complete head gasket replacement step by step

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[@andrewspruyt1108]

I really appreciate you guys putting in the time and effort to create this video. I very closely followed it step by step and was able to replace my head gasket and fix the issue I was having with exhaust gases flowing into the cooling system. There is no way I would be able to do it without this video! For anyone out there who is wondering if this is a job they should do themselves, I will be honest with you. This is a pretty difficult, time consuming, and stressful job if you are just an amateur mechanic like myself. These guys are pros and make it look easier than it actually is. From start to finish it took me 3 days to complete. It was pretty stressful for me because I was very nervous about reassembling everything considering the important components that had to be removed, such as the timing belt, valve train, and cam shaft, as well as the seals. I feared I would not be able to reassemble everything or I would mess something up in the engine. About half way through I was regretting taking on the job myself. However, I persevered and I'm proud to say that I was able to complete this job successfully. My car runs great, my issue is gone, and I saved around $1,000! If you decide to do this job, here's a few tips from me: 1) Before you start, put the vehicle off the ground with jackstands and remove the engine oil and coolant. 2) Make sure you are drinking ample amounts of beer or using nicotine so you can keep your cool and calm your nerves🤣. 3) Use penetrating oil and make sure you have good contact with some of the bolts that need to be loosened. Take your time, I had a few close calls with stripping the heads on a few bolt heads and I don't live in the rust belt. 4) Keep track of all your bolts and parts, I would recommend using sandwich bags and labels for everything you remove. I should have been more organized, it would have made reassembly easier. 5) At 15:40, that 5th manifold bolt is a PITA to loosen. You can't get a long wrench in there so you just have to pull it as hard as you absolutely can to loosen it. I was trying to get it loose for a while. Eventually I gave it everything I had and I was able to get it. However I didn't need to remove it because I ended up propping up the head like they do in the video and just replacing the gasket without removing the head because I didn't see any damage. Before I put on the new gasket I very carefully cleaned all the mating surfaces with a microfiber towel. This approach worked for me, but if You're head is warped or has surface damage then you need to remove it and have it machined. I hope everything goes smooth for you. Good luck!

[@kevinjung1614]

Thanks for the pointers. About to do this myself on my 02' project car

[@tbarton5107]

Just bought my son an 03 ex, and it smokes heavy white on cold starts for a good two minutes. May be condensation in the exhaust, but my gut tells me it’s coolant in the combustion chamber, which would lead me to do what they did in this vid. Never done a head gasket myself; might be learning the hard way. What head gasket kit/set did you use? Any parts list?

[@noneyabusiness368]

​@@tbarton5107go with a Felpro kits. You can replace the head bolts buts its not absolutely needed if this is the 1st time the head gasket's blown. About to do mine again, 1st time in was around 126000 miles ive now got 337000 miles in it so I've opted to replace the bolts this time. Another thing to consider go back after around 5-8000 miles and recheck the head torque again, glad i did at the time because they were not to spec.

[@SusieHaze]

Maybe you should be a writer instead! Hot damn

[@VegasRush]

If I just want to quickly remove the old head gasket and put the new one do i have to unbolt the intake manifold or can I just move it up and tilt the head/manifold to replace gasket??

[@JoshRD]

this song makes me feel like replacing my head gasket is gonna be a lot more therapeutic than what it'll actually turn out to be.

[@tonijohnson09]

Man I was thinking the same 🤣🤣

[@Bigcheese2321]

Im doing this now, that last bolt on the intake is a pain in the ass, otherwise it was easy pulling the head

[@JP-rh8qr]

@@Bigcheese2321 did you watch any other videos? Was this one the most helpful?

[@Bigcheese2321]

@@JP-rh8qr yes

[@Bigcheese2321]

@@JP-rh8qr I got a second set of hands and some stubby wrenches. Made it much easier

[@kevinreyesphotography]

I'm not the most mechanically inclined, but I recently replaced the valve cover/intake gasket on my 2001 Acura MDX and it was pretty easy. As the trans is going out (bought at an auction) i'd rather sell the car and get a civic. I found one online for $1,000 with the head gasket being the issue. After seeing this video, I know with confidence I can do this job. It's highly similar to a valve cover gasket job, just with one extra part of taking off the head. My minimal research for the replacement gasket is about $100, the rest is elbow grease. I hope I can sell my car in time to buy this civic and have it going again to be my daily driver! Thanks for the confidence boost guys!

[@antonlords6]

I watched this video as a refresher on the procedure. I really enjoy watching videos where the guy knows what he's doing. Excellent video, well explained. I highly recommend this video.

[@demokid1039]

4 years later and your video is saving me you great at explaining and showing

[@gregdeltorto9029]

An art form. Wonderfully done and I as a backyard mechanic of 35 years is very aware of the time spent on busting my knuckles. Thx, I may leave it to pros like you. Wow the work!

[@toddslusser8380]

This video REALLY helped me. The trick near the end about lifting the head with the intake manifold still attached with the center lower bolt was great. Knowing not to take out the lower intake bolts also saved me time and headaches. Also the pointer that the alignment pins go in the front of the head saved my bacon. Thanks guys!

[@70rrsteve51]

I know it’s been a few years since you published this, but it has just proved invaluable for me as I change out the head gasket. Thanks for taking the time to post this up.

[@ompa9741]

This is by far the best step by step guide on how to do this job. You guys explained it very well in simple step by step directions. I was able to get this job done thanks to the help of your video. I wouldn’t have gotten the confidence or had the knowledge to pull it off.

[@maykole9887]

Love ur videos, easy step by step tutorials to complete this job! You give me the confidence to do this myself! It does make any job easier to do with a little experience behind you! Thankyou keep up the excellent work you do! Auto school is and was a waste of my time with competent mechanics like yourself to show off your skills and knowledge! 👍🏾👧🏾

[@djmariomar]

Love your video - I was able to do my roommate's gasket job this way. It certainly does get a little anxious to wiggle the timing belt around trying to slide them back in, but I took your word for it that the crank won't move as easy as you think.. or that belt skipping just doesn't happen all that easily as some say. The car runs nice and smooth now. Thanks again!

[@gasketmasters]

Yup. That’s how we roll

[@Extinction.of.Innocense]

Without the ABS unit, it looks so.....easy. That one 12mm bolt at the bottom of the PS was just a PITA to put back in. Great Tutorial

[@rickybellamy8191]

Thank you for this. 277,275 miles and I tore the head off today. Shocked my original head gasket lasted this long, I'm reading they can start going around 140k. Love the short cut to avoid removing accessories on the driver side. Again, thanks for the video. Outstanding.

[@eastcoastmostwanted710]

Did you have overheating issues at an earlier mileage? Or when u hit 270k M

[@gripthebars1513]

@@eastcoastmostwanted710 early sign is coolant hoses blowing off. Especially reservoir line. Have more info if you need!

[@missythedog4558]

Just the other day, I purchased a 2002 Civic sedan with only 68654km (42659 miles) and the head gasket is leaking pretty bad, also showing some signs of oil consumption. I got it cheap though because it also needs tyres, possibly brakes, timing belt + water pump and maybe even suspension work haha and is unregistered and needs a roadworthy inspection.

[@ivanrivera9933]

You guys save the day! I'm doing this with my 13 year old daughter. I have mild experience with tools. And this is just great! I really appreciate this video. God bless!

[@mikehernandez9903]

Did everything turn out well? I’m in the process of doing it

[@ivanrivera9933]

@@mikehernandez9903 So far so good my friend!

[@ivanrivera9933]

@@mikehernandez9903 Eres el brokoly?

[@mikehernandez9903]

@@ivanrivera9933 nice bro i already removed my head. Now I just need it to be checked out by a machine shop. Took me 5 hours to remove that dam intake bolt in the middle

[@ivanrivera9933]

@@mikehernandez9903 Awesome. I didn't take mine to machine shop. I Just cleaned everything extra well and even did some light sanding with a sanding sponge. My intake parts was super full of gunk cleaned the crap out of that. And just put the gasket on there.

[@VolksdeutscheSS]

Great video. Step-by-step instructions were very helpful. I just had my head gasket replaced on my Civic 2005, LX 1.7. Couldn't do it myself, though.

[@eginpau23]

Thank you for making this video! It helps a lot! I hope you upload more videos concerning engine and transmission fixes and etc.! Big thumbs up for this one GM!

[@learsisalotiv1625]

GM???

[@luckyskitchen4472]

I like the trick with unbolting and leaving the water inlet housing assembly attached... Saves time for sure, but I recommend also replacing timing belt, water pump if you're already doing this job, if you know that the vehicle still has not had it changed.

[@gasketmasters]

P Tourne WOW!! Thank you. Us specializing in only head gaskets for the past 12 years, and me being a master mechanic for the past 22 years sure could learn from you. I’m so thankful you were here to show us the error of our ways. Please, allow me to be your disciple. the point of the video is for instructional purposes, and we covered the water pump/timing belt recommendation already in the actual video that you commented on.

[@TrippyVelox]

about to attempt this today, wish me luck.

[@TrippyVelox]

update i fixed my car and saved thousands, thanks alot.

[@albertoguadiana1008]

I was falling asleep with the music lol great video thank you

[@Extinction.of.Innocense]

Hell, wouldn't mind seeing LA have you guys do the job. It may take me a week to get there from FL...road trip. Again, great job.

[@norlanm1]

excellent video, Thanks a lot for it. I am doing mine now, Engine started overheating, finally realized there were bubbles coming out of the radiator and the coolant magically missing after I verify all leaks and hoses and even a new radiator fan. Also magically the Engine consuming some little oil? Does any know what the problem might be with the little oil consumption? could it had been the coolant getting into the engine or pistons?

[@anthonytran98290]

Your video KZbin are amazing, thank you!

[@mitchwittman4856]

This was a huge help. Thanks. I ended up pulling the fuel rail though to get to those intake nuts and bolts though but other than that it went good.

[@elitesmgs8984]

You make look so easy these work you know everything excellent video

[@luketanner7638]

If you remove the small aluminum bracket on the intake plate, you can get enough access to the last nut from the top, vs. going the head propped up route. Great vid! Especially thankful this can be done without removing the all the components surrounding a timing belt replacement (ie tensioner)

[@billnewell4739]

I'm in the process of a H/G, timing belt water pump replacement right now. Front of the engine is done, working on unbolting intake from head now. Gonna look for this bracket :-) Thanks guys for the video, very detailed and takes a lot of guess work out of it for us DYI people!

[@paulmele6348]

That was a great video and through explanation on how to replace a head gasket. I am looking forward to doing a gasket replacement very soon. Thanks guys. I guess the head was ok to use after you had it inspected? Also loved thge "groovy" work music too, lol

[@darrellbrown8547]

Very inspiring. I have that issue on my daughters car. I may try.

[@j.shorter4716]

60k miles ago I used this vid to change my head gasket and here I am again. After some reading it seems these D series motors blow a gasket if you look at them wrong. I busted my radiator from a deer and overheated so I suspect that might have blown the gasket but who knows.

[@ronyanguas8846]

Great video, thank so much for your time! Btw: Is it necessary to replace de head bolts with new ones?

[@slagdemon]

I can't get the timing belt back on the cog. There just isnt enough slack to make it happen. What's the trick?

[@sanchezfishing1736]

Im having the same problem. Did you ever figure it out if so how?

[@robertspanganberg7318]

@@sanchezfishing1736 Did you notice how the video skips that step right after he says he's going to need two hands. Thanks for nothing.

[@yzmoto80]

Because the timing belt tensioner is to strong for you to pull it back on with your fingers. This is a “short cut” way of doing a head gasket on a D17A*. Its not going to give you any worthwhile time savings. Follow the factory service manual and DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME. Also, this Civic doesn’t have anti lock brakes, and it’s much easier when you don’t have to work around the ABS unit !!! 😎

[@slagdemon]

@@yzmoto80 I eventually got it and it ran great. Thanks

[@shaniatwain1995]

@@slagdemon what was the trick?

[@markhutson1196]

Me and my brother did it today it took us 10 hours don't know how you did it in 24 minutes

[@Awesomestuff247]

3:35 I am stuck on this plastic clip. Any advice? Im squeezing the top and it just wont disconnect

[@hypurnova]

Can you re-use these headbolts? Or is it required to get new ones?

[@Mrnhorney]

Do I have to drain the coolant and oil before?

[@roberey6821]

Very very nice man. Excellent tutorial 👌.

[@kuro3348]

how much does it typically cost to pay a mechanic to do this job ?

[@Poboy-slots]

I have one tore down but no before I put head back on does it need the t timing marks in play as I install the head and tighten it all up

[@Poboy-slots]

Bought a used 05 civic 1.7 litre and was told timing belt and pump was changed a couple weeks ago but car still overheated so we determined head gasket was bad. Should I still do the pump and the belt or will they be okay. Thanks!!!

[@wranglernash5799]

What kind of new gasket are s that? Fel pro?

[@gustavojauregui9433]

Did u have to put the engine on top dead center.?

[@angelramosvasquez7120]

What about to use the torque wrench for bolts or just with the gun?

[@tyrellfoster1731]

Would you recommend resurfacing the heads before reinstalling or is it not always needed?

[@tadiwright8749]

I was about to install the battery, power steering pump, and air box in the morning and try to start it up but as I lay in bed at 2 in the morning I realized i forgot to push the seal on the cam back to stop oil leakage 🤦‍♂️

[@anubis9116]

I picked up a 2003 civic , blown head, 340k miles for $300 bucks, with the mileage would it be worth it to go ahead and buy a newly rebuilt head for another 300 bucks? Daughter turns 16 next year so was just looking for a cheap starter car for her.

[@graymurillo5336]

Does the car need to be in any special position when it comes to timing? Or can it just be done as is? Thanks.

[@WigglesNation]

This was fantastic, really apprecaite it!

[@cm1133]

What all should you replace while you are in that far into the engine?

[@cm1133]

The timing belt, timing belt tensioner, the water pump, the crank seal, the cam shaft seal, the three drive belts, the valve cover gasket and all 4 spark plugs.

[@michaeljara2539]

I’m confused at the torque wrench tons somebody help me please and thank you

[@davidmoore5344]

And here's a ? I bought the head gasket kit for the car so I can do all the gaskets instead of just the 1 k because car kept over heating heard bubbling in radiatior and overflow tank so let to head gasket cuz car runs dam good

[@zsombipc7427]

Hi! Did you lose the tension on the timing belt when you took off the cam?

[@scottievang2248]

Did you have to do the values adjustment?

[@fn_kurt1190]

This video has been a life saver !!! One question... doing this method do you have to set the engine to Top dead centre beforehand? Many thanks

[@JAVaughnSmith]

They just marked the cam where it was and reinstalled exactly as it was. Not a bad idea to rotate it to TDC, but not completely necessary.

[@noseefood1943]

One good thing about timing belt is you can just slide it out timing chain is a bitch

[@jacquespaquette1126]

Great video! Very informative

[@pedrobarquin5179]

Thank you for your service.....

[@titanicsauce2152]

its a pretty good video but I couldnt make it to the end cuz the music drove me nuts.

[@efrendenova3710]

Do u have to have motor at tdc when doing this?

[@hondaprelude8000]

Good video for sure very detailed

[@candidoparedes4845]

Thank you so much for your video, how much they can charge if I take it with a mechanic?

[@candidoparedes4845]

Hi everyone, how much a mechanic charge to do the job?

[@MrHoskino]

Been doing this by myself and i had a mechanic come and help me with putting the head back on… we forgot to put the nut back on mentioned at 15:45 and 17:45… is that going to cause problems?

[@MrHoskino]

I guess another good couple of questions would be. Is it possible to get on with the head on with the new head gasket and what size nut is that?

[@gripthebars1513]

Place gasket on clean block surface held in place by dowel pins. You can remove the oil filter to access the bolt it’s a 12 mm. Good day sir

[@simplifyproject7277]

There is a way to take the intake off before take the head off

[@michaelhowe2024]

less or none of the 2-note music while trying to hear you talk please. otherwise thank you

[@sonnysoriano2828]

i have 2002 honda civic ex manual trans with 226,256 miles. according to previous owner engine was replaced 66k miles ago. have done everything you could possibly think of, im still having misfire. sometimes this week i will be installing brand new fuel pump, then thats all i could think and everything. pls help. thank you much.

[@jonnymiller6173]

Did you replace the camshaft position sensor?

[@jonnymiller6173]

Only reason I’m asking is I’m about to buy an 05 lx and they took it to a shop and that’s what they told them

[@MBZXZ]

that is fking insane how much steps just to take the head off, the j serie engine are so much simpler than that 4 banger

[@hitenparmar8162]

Wish the volume of song was lower.

[@learsisalotiv1625]

Great vid. Love how u guys are acting like this job isn't even a big deal haha😆😆😆😆

[@amEAGLEBABY5]

I'm in eastbay ... my 03 civic needs this 🤔

[@gasketmasters]

Then you gotta text us. 209-305-1672

[@CarlosLopez-xv9no]

First 10 min made me feel yeah I can do this myself.. minutes kept passing by.. lost all hope, and you still looked like you were relaxing on a Sunday. Awesome knowledge and skill sir

[@aaronm.1998]

You are better than I. Pretty much lost all hope around 4 minutes in.

[@nookiehookers8859]

Great video very informative

[@stopherrr]

You guys did the head gasket for my Civic more than 4 years ago. Found you guys on Craigslist. Still running great!

[@gasketmasters]

Repeat business isn’t always a good thing. Thank you.

[@sbryann18]

how much did it cost if u dont mind me asking

[@shanesleap5463]

@@gasketmasters how do I get you to fix mine ?🤦

[@TuneStunnaMusic]

I might actually get up the gumption to do this job, you make it look easy.

[@nubr7022]

He did a lot of extra steps

[@s550andrew]

@@nubr7022 what steps would you skip?

[@kingsoutdoors4379]

Thank You. Very Good information for an old mechanic like Me. Buying an 02 civic ex coupe with automatic , 200.000 on the clock in real nice shape. Seller indicates it overheats once in a while after 20 mins or so. I'm debating doing a Head gasket or a complete repower . Car is only 600 bucks . No oil in coolant or coolant in oil. My mind is a lil slower now .retired.. thanks again

[@jamiepitts3389]

I'd check the thermostat first. Very easy and cheap thing to rule out

[@phillipmontoya5326]

Just did my head gasket on the 02 civic. Thank you for this. I love the timing belt shortcut. I was always afraid of doing this job because I thought I would have to get the belt back in time. But all is well

[@eastcoastmostwanted710]

Putting The belt on time on this engine isnt that hard. Use your brain some logic sense and replace the pump crankshaft outside seal and tensioner while u R downthere. Good things take time

[@DaGreat81]

I had two of these cars, they both overheated nonstop with shitty head gaskets, I changed the thermostat radiator cap radiator water pump and timing belt you name it, I just sold one yesterday for 2000 at Carmax that shit was trash, 200,000 miles

[@juniorspacex2842]

Hello from Fort Bragg NC. I’ve had this 03 civic in my yard for almost two year ready to fix it. New parts in the trunk and all. This video gave me the confidence to do the job alone. Thank you for the step by step instructions it made me feel the same confidence as if I was still in the Army when I had to learn new things everyday and not be afraid of not being able to accomplish the mission. As a soldier we always accomplish the mission no matter what. Thanks again.

[@nativeson3233]

I feel the same, I think I can get this done alone!💯✊🏽

[@SickAndTired422]

Absolutely! Everyone is human, and if they learned it, so can I. Just takes time and work.

[@Poboy-slots]

Wanna come help me NC lol I'm in Maryville,tn

[@jeffcurrie123]

Feet and knees together, AIRBORNE!!!!

[@drippingwax]

I have had the parts in my trunk for 6 months! Like my 8 years in the Army, I don't have the proper training or tools, but here goes! :D

[@johncook685]

Hey you guys are seriously talented. You replaced the head gasket like you were playing an instrument. Congrats! Great work! Get an agent!

[@sammylindsey7151]

Do you replace head bolts? Did you have the head resurfaced? Im going to start mine in the next couple of days. Great video!

[@gasketmasters]

Sammy Lindsey This is an instructional video we just put the same parts back on except for we used a new head gasket. This Car was wrecked in the back, so was not driveable. but, yes resurface the head and use new head bolts on your own projects.

[@Wowsers101]

How did it go? Is it leaking?

[@mcmathayus]

Where would I get new head bolts??

[@Luis_slides]

Michael Clearman dealer

[@Cultural_Supremacist]

@@mcmathayus any parts store sells them... just get those and a head set (gaskets)

[@Blu3P0rc3l41n]

I need to do this on my 03 DX and wow, this is THE BEST video I've seen. You guys make it seem not so intimidating. Awesome idea with the cam / timing belt!

[@angeldl705]

Hey guys thank you for the video i did everything as you show on the video I never did that kind of job in my car so i did step by step as you guys show thank you for the video my car is back on the road 100% thank you so much....

[@michaelmorris6575]

Great video! Very professional. Thank you.

[@21narc]

Had some problems getting my car started after replacing the head gasket on my 2001 Honda Civic LX. Good compression on all cylinders except cylinder 1 was a little lower than I’d like it to be. Ended up tearing everything apart to check the timing, torque specs on the head bolts, etc. Ended up just putting everything together again to just try it out and it started up after 2 cranks. I have no idea why it wasn’t starting but I’m not mad that it started up with no knocking. Extremely helpful video. Would have been more helpful to have you guys reassemble the whole thing to help save some time with scrubbing through the video. Forever grateful. Thanks guys.

[@heyitsguillermo7840]

Nvm I’ll just take it to a mechanic

[@aroberts269]

Did you take it to a mechanic? How much did you pay if so? I'm almost halfway done thanks to this video!

[@vladimirmacko1481]

This is a very valuable lesson, I knew almost everything, BUT - thanks for showing us the trick with that 5th bolt on intake! I was gonna take the head off with the whole intake on it, which would include so many hose disconnections, aaaargh, your way is the way of the pro 🙂

[@jjeff6113]

I remove intake with it is a lot easier

[@dirka_dirka_mohammedalijihad]

@@jjeff6113 me too. Then the egr ports and other crap can be cleaned properly and the bolts can easily be torqued back to specs before installing the head again.

[@s550andrew]

@@dirka_dirka_mohammedalijihad have you ever just replaced head gasket and left intake sealed? Thinking of just saving time and taking it off with head and replace it as is

[@vs4571]

I’m wondering the same thing, Andrew.

[@dirka_dirka_mohammedalijihad]

Ya I'm sure you can get away with doing that.... just don't unbolt it and it'll remain sealed.

[@willcrews2605]

Just got mine done!! Fired right up! Preciate the video sirs!!

[@TorbCraft]

Did you need to send to machine shop? Just curious...

[@declanosbourne62]

Good video but,its a pain in the neck to take off that middle nut under intake manifold,trust me it is.the best way is to take off the head with the manifold.

[@jjeff6113]

I agree there's only two bolts with brackets that needed to be loosened from the bottom

[@RaphealGolden]

Dude!! When I did mine I put that sucker back in the the manifold attached! I wasn't playing that game twice!

[@angelloya6035]

Do u guys have timing belt and water pump replacement video?. I would like to change them while I've got the motor apart. By the way thank u for this video I was able to take everything off just like u said it. Now I want to do the timing belt and the water pump before I put the motor back together...

[@M5JamesE39]

Are these common for HG's and what should I expect to have the head surfaced?

[@siachen6680]

The best video ever for 7 gen civic gasket relacement. You are real gasket masters. I m stuck with taking off the intake manifld bolts. Thank for the tip to take the center bolt off.

[@carnahangreen1391]

I'm in the middle of the breakdown on my '02 Civic EX vtec. I'm getting nervous, as I am at that same place (intake manifold bolts removal) and I'm getting a bit nervous to proceed, esp. as the section of the video wasn't the clearest, and they skipped a bunch on the reinstallation for this same area. Did you find additional videos, instructions that helped? Thanks.

[@desilva3725]

Thank you for this, you really saved me money. The car is back up running with no overheating issues.

[@MrLocote503]

I follow the video instruction... but now my car won't start could it be that I put the rocker arm wrong

[@tkd_diy5021]

Check your timing set the motor to TDC and if you pulled the rockers make sure your valves are adjusted to manufacture specifications

[@mercpindi5522]

That's why better not to touch these unless you are fully trained. Engine work small like sparks, ignition coils, oil change, valve cover gasket are okay. But this one also the timing belt go to a qualified mechanic...

[@angelloya6035]

Very good step by step video. Thank you so much! 👍

[@chinodollaz6158]

just finished replacing mines this week. Your video made it so easy! saved me a couple thousand and confidence in myself.

[@huichilolo]

I’m about to do mine wish me luck lol

[@chinodollaz6158]

@@huichilolo good luck! mines took about 8 hours total throughout 3 days, some of those bolts are in awkward places.

[@tonypajamas6125]

Does all this Apply to a V-tec???

[@oswaldorivera4543]

Did you resurface the block?

[@jistinkaainger7994]

Fun fact: on most all head gaskets (at least all I've ever done) the writing on the gasket itself always face up where you can see the writing when you place it on the block. Great video tho very informative and the music is great lol two thumbs up 👍👍

[@500Blkboi]

I just seen the vid i live in north sac how much would you charge to do a job like this i have a 2001 honda civic lx non v-tech

[@jahrah7042]

Did you replace the head bolts or reuse the old ones ?

[@VivyVidal]

I wanna do this to my car. I know it needs a new head gaskit soon. Just scared of doing it cause I domt have a back up car. Ive been rewatching the video constantly but im still scared...

[@MiniaceX]

How did it work out?

[@PacoUSMC]

I never replaced a head gasket or anything on the inside of any engine. Your video help me go step by step to break down and put back together so I could change out the head gasket on my 04 civic. Thank y’all very much. And Semper Fi.

[@macdoodlechamp]

best way to get that intake bolt is to go underneath the car behind the oil filter. Once you remove it, u can clearly see it and u can remove it with a long 12mm rachet wrench. Btw u blew my mind that u didnt take the lower timing cover off. I will forsure use ur tip on removing the timing belt. Thanks for some tips.