hyperion73

Hello, to make a long story short I had to get my F20C cylinder head resurfaced. The machine shop had to take off 0.009". After reading through the service manual, I found this: 'The OEM maximum resurface limit is 0.2 mm (0.008 inch) based on a height of 105 mm (4.13 inch)' Is this going to be an issue for me? I am unsure of the piston clearances and what not. If someone could help me out and explain this all to me that would be great.

PS: Yes I have googled this, I just want to be 100% sure. Thanks in advance .

hyperion73

Edit: I realize I can use a thicker headgasket but I'd like to stay OEM if possible. Thanks!

hyperion73

Anyone?

chris_barry

It will be fine. Just lay the head on the deck with no gasket and turn the engine over ( make sure to support the timing chain so it doesnt get tangled). The engine should turn over without touching the head. If this is OK then the gasket becomes your running clearance.

hyperion73

Thank you very much