Six Star MLS Head Gaskets?

[jbwood5]

Originally Posted by grossgary

good job on the resurfacing and block prep and reusing the old head bolts - that is all proper procedure, well done.

i would not have used no name headgaskets on an engine with such prolific head gasket issues, but who knows that's purely speculation on my part, there's nothing quantitative available, but i wouldn't want to guess on this motor.

Fel Pros are coming as MLS, you have to check which years i'm not sure the break down yet - in some varieties and only cost $33 with online discounts from advanced auto parts, etc.

did you use Subaru's coolant conditioner?

I have not put any conditioner in it yet. I might consider it though.

[jbwood5]

Update to my last 2 entries. I have put about 1500 miles on the car since I did the HG job. There has been no loss of coolant in the the overflow bottle, but I just did a thorough examination of the engine for any leaks. I have found what appears to be a miniscule external coolant leak at the HG seam. This is on the passenger side top, right below the upper radiator coolant hose. My first thought was the hose, but rubbing my finger below the hose and checking the clamp and hose did not produce any evidence of a leak. As I look at the head to block seam, I see tiny, almost crystaline evidence of dried coolant. I believe the leak is from the HG. I will now be adding the conditioner and monitoring this closely.
Vehicle: 2001 Outback, 2.5 SOHC