Non-stainless head gaskets - needed for a FWC eingine?
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Non-stainless head gaskets - needed for a FWC eingine?
I'm building a low performance big block, and have a 'good' set of head gaskets - but not the stainless composition typically used in a marine engine.
Why would a stainless head gasket be needed if the engine is fresh water cooled? TIA
Why would a stainless head gasket be needed if the engine is fresh water cooled? TIA
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Not f-'n around, just like to ask "why".
The logic is that the stainless spec is there due to the fact the engine might be raw water cooled. The gaskets I have are not inferior, just not stainless.
Sounds like the FWC negates the need for stainless due to the corrosion inhibitors - as I thought.
The logic is that the stainless spec is there due to the fact the engine might be raw water cooled. The gaskets I have are not inferior, just not stainless.
Sounds like the FWC negates the need for stainless due to the corrosion inhibitors - as I thought.
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There's more to it. Your off-the-shelf automotive head gaskets aren't great in high-stress applications. Even a low-po 330 horse 454 is stressed alot more than the same motor in your average auto. If you go to your GM dealer and buy a head gasket for a 366 or 427 truck engine, you get a much more substantial piece.
All I'm saying is I personally wouldn't take the chance.
All I'm saying is I personally wouldn't take the chance.
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Screw gaskets, they're expensive.... just lather both mating surfaces with a generous amount of Permatex gasket maker. BTW, be sure to not plug any of the cooling ports between the head and block!!! I learned this little trick from Red/Green!
Good luck, and happy boating.....
Good luck, and happy boating.....