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General Discussion => Q & A => Topic started by: 35chevcoupe on May 19, 2019, 09:58:46 AM

Title: exhaust manifold gaskets
Post by: 35chevcoupe on May 19, 2019, 09:58:46 AM

Just wondering what everyones using for exhaust manifold gaskets ?
Is there a steel shim gasket or just use what ever comes in the gasket set . My manifolds are getting a fresh machined cut on the face so they will be nice and flat .
Thanks in advance

Title: Re: exhaust manifold gaskets
Post by: TrunkMonkey on May 19, 2019, 10:14:50 AM

Machined flat, no gaskets.
Better heat transfer, less likely to crack, and no worry of leaks from deteriorating gaskets.

Title: Re: exhaust manifold gaskets
Post by: jmos4 on May 19, 2019, 03:11:23 PM

Hi,

You can use a smear of copper silicone to help any irregularities of the 2 surfaces.

Regards,