The Truth About Blown Head Gaskets

Grand Prix Performance15 Jan, 2021Technology

Grand Prix Performance is one of the best tire shops & auto repair service centers in Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, and throughout Orange County. Call us at 949-645-7022 to schedule an appointment today! The head gasket is located at the top of the engine block under the head. Its purpose is to contain engine compression and to separate the three liquids in the engine from each other. If the gasket is "blown," meaning if it fails in its purpose, the consequences are serious and action must be taken to correct the situation. The cost of a new or slightly used gasket is inexpensive; however, the labor is costly, as accessing the engine and head gasket takes time.