O rings mandatory on GEM blcoks?

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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 06:32 AM
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Default O rings mandatory on GEM blcoks?

Are O-rings necessary for over 450whp with GEM sleeves?
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 07:09 AM
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Default Re: O rings mandatory on GEM blcoks? (Boostage)

I wouldn’t think so but ask GE them selves.

As long as the block and head are both decked flat then you should be fine.
Id rather blow a HG than a piston.
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 07:25 AM
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Default Re: O rings mandatory on GEM blcoks? (White Smoke)

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by White Smoke &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I wouldn’t think so but ask GE them selves.

As long as the block and head are both decked flat then you should be fine.
Id rather blow a HG than a piston.
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http://www.goldeneaglemfg.com/...k.pdf

well according to this GEM says they are needed but I dont know if they are just saying that just to sell an extra service.
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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 07:44 AM
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Default Re: O rings mandatory on GEM blcoks? (Boostage)

It is not needed, but recommended!
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