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Old 01-16-2007, 02:06 PM
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Default single vs. dual... head gasket layers

using a oem HG

which would be better to use?

pros and cons for each? interested in a power vs. reliability

stock jdm itr head and block
Old 01-16-2007, 02:28 PM
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single layer OEM head gaskets have leaked from my experience.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by CXtypeR &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">using a oem HG

which would be better to use?

pros and cons for each? interested in a power vs. reliability

stock jdm itr head and block</TD></TR></TABLE>

power from headgasket?? gasket is for sealing in my book. use the thickest availbalbe as in oem 3 layer and reliability will come along.
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Ive been using dual layer (remove the middle layer) stock gaskets for a long time and never had a problem. I always used a bit of copper sealant as well just in case. Currently Im on a stock 3 layer bored 84.5mm gasket.

Id like to add unless you are looking to squeeze out every last bit of compression on a fully built high compression motor, you arent going to notice a difference.
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