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Old Apr 23, 2023 | 06:01 PM
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Head gasket suppliers

It’s time to freshen the head gasket. This one is fifteen old and I need some suggestions on a new supplier.

Or is there anyone I need to stay away from for parts?

Thanks everyone
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Old Apr 24, 2023 | 01:27 PM
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My understanding from posts on "another forum" is to avoid Interstate McBee (if they even offer head gaskets) - Fel-Pro or Mahle are good. I've never done the HG on my truck, but I've used Fel-Pro head gaskets on other applications and Fel-Pro is as good as it gets in the racing world. Of course, make sure the block and head are flat and clean, threads are clean, and torque everything properly.

Why do you think you need to "freshen" the head gasket based on age?
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Old Apr 24, 2023 | 02:45 PM
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I have spare HG from rockauto (probably Fel-Pro) on standby, along with new headbolts from Fastenal. Haven't needed to change one yet... 5 trucks at 30+yo.
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Old Apr 26, 2023 | 08:32 PM
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Originally Posted by texasprd
My understanding from posts on "another forum" is to avoid Interstate McBee (if they even offer head gaskets) - Fel-Pro or Mahle are good. I've never done the HG on my truck, but I've used Fel-Pro head gaskets on other applications and Fel-Pro is as good as it gets in the racing world. Of course, make sure the block and head are flat and clean, threads are clean, and torque everything properly.

Why do you think you need to "freshen" the head gasket based on age?
Dribbling coolant above the oil filter housing.
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Old Apr 27, 2023 | 07:45 AM
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Dribbling coolant above the oil filter housing.
Solid sign that the HG is tired.
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