Engine: Cylinder head skim and test

Most modern cars, have an an aluminium cylinder head. These cylinder heads are susceptible to warping and pitting of the surface and therefore they need to go through a process called skimming if the head gasket is being changed.

In order to do this, the cylinder head will require cleaning and taking into a machine shop to have the surface re-dressed.
If this operation is not carried out, the replacement of the cylinder head gasket may not be successful.

Therefore, it is highly recommended that this is carried out and in fact, most garages and mechanics will not carry out the work unless it is done especially as they are giving a 12 months warranty.

If you are comparing quotes, please ensure that you are doing so with a quote that includes it, rather than with one that will inevitably add it once the work has commenced.

To obtain a quote for this work, please complete our enquiry form for one of our mechanics in residence to prepare one for you
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