head gasket question

[Toad]

Hello all, when replacing the head gasket on a K11 coilpack engine is it recommended to fit new head bolts.
Some say yes, some no but thought I'd throw the question into the forum. A set of head bolts are as much as the gasket set so if not necessary I'd rather make do and mend. If needed I will buy as it would be silly not too.

 

[pollyp]

if you just wanna splash some cash and guarantee the HG is clamped proper then go for it,
but for most cases its not really essential.

more important to make sure the HG surfaces are clinically clean n dry n flat,
all the threads r proper clean/smooth
n lubed and torqued accurately.

I use a tap/die & brake cleaner to clean threads,
lubed threads with engine oil and the bolt washer with grease then angle torqued with electronic torque wrench

 

[Toad]

Thank you for that, just wanted someone's input from msc. I read on another forum that head bolts on k11's need replacing but the guys at the local nissan dealership said they reuse the originals.
Looks like an easy job compared to other engines I've worked on.
I'll start on it at the weekend.