The 2.2's had the problem as well. Any engine that has an iron block and an
aluminum head will be susceptible due to the expansion rates of the
different metals. On the 2.2 you MUST use the MP gasket for high performance
use and a MP turbo gasket for all turbo cars. All the update on the Neon
gasket was, is an MP style gasket similar to the material used on the 2.2 MP
gasket. In addition to my Shelby Dak, my wife's 2004 Dak, and a Jeep, I also
own and race a 99 Neon DOHC Coupe and an 84 Charger 2.2
----- Original Message -----
From: "Terrible Tom" <SilverEightynine@aol.com>
To: <dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 26, 2004 11:54 AM
Subject: Re: DML: Re: Question for 4 bangers
>
> Jon wrote:
>> I'm not sure what make/model the car is, but Chrysler four-bangers are
>> infamous for head gasket issues, because DC uses cheap gaskets from the
>> factory. That'll cause loss of heat, as my Stratus did the same thing.
>>
>
> That would be the Neon. The old Chrysler 2.2/2.5 engines never really had
> that problem, to the best of my knowledge. I'm still looking for a nice
> dodge shadow, myself.
>
>
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