His oceanographical work, however, received recognition in all parts of the civilized world, and in 1855 it was proposed in the senate to remunerate him, but in the same year the Naval Retiring Board, erected under an act to promote the efficiency of the navy, placed him on the retired list.
Parts: $56 - $93. The average cost for a head gasket(s) replacement is between $1164 to $1492. Labor costs are estimated between $1108 to $1399 while parts are priced between $56 to $93. Get a personalized estimate based on your location and specific car.
So a complete head gasket replacement can run 400$ - 500$, all in. BTW, a head gasket replacement, properly done, is almost equivalent to half of a full engine re-build. Note: this is assuming you do the head gasket replacement yourself. Add at least 200$ if you have a service garage do it for you.