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: where to get a head gasket


93troublediesel
02-01-2010, 04:42 PM
I have been searching online, and in numerous threads to find a head gasket, and im just not sure who to go with. I have already purchased arp head studs for my truck, and now need to find a good gasket set. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

WhiteK2500
02-01-2010, 05:33 PM
Fel-pro, you should be able to get them at any auto part store.

You're probably gonna end up havin a talking to from the staff about that phone number, it kinda falls under the non supporting vendor rules... Just an FYI

turbonator
02-01-2010, 07:47 PM
In our present build we are using Cometic multi-layer stainless gaskets. They are available in custom thickness (reduces compression ratio). We decided on .020'' thicker to reduce to 19/19.5 to 1 compression. This should enable us to use a little more boost. The change in the geometry with the heads higher was minimal with the intake just a little tweeking necessary with the water neck.:D

IamDave0887
02-01-2010, 10:36 PM
Last ones i bought were Felpro's 0.010 over from Autozone.

chevyinlinesix
02-01-2010, 10:53 PM
x2 on Fel-pro head gaskets, they are of good quality for a fair price. But like Turbonator said, the Cometic's are MLS style, so they will outperform the regular gaskets, and are extremely difficult to blow out. the only downside to them is high cost, and you have to be very careful when you install them.