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June 4th, 2007, 10:00 AM

Deltarocket

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Need stock type head gaskets

I am looking for a pair of stock head gaskets for my 74 455. None of the auto parts stores have them. Anybody have a good source ?
Thanks !

June 4th, 2007, 11:08 AM

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http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...115+4294925079

take your pick.

June 4th, 2007, 12:17 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Oldsguy

http://store.summitracing.com/egnsea...115+4294925079

take your pick.

Yes, I saw those, but most are .39 crushed thinkness or thicker. Stock is around .29. With a stock compression ratio of 8.2:1 I'm afraid to lower it even further with a thicker gasket. The copper that summit offers are .21 but are not really recommended for street use, and of course they're $115.00. Mondello has one,that they claim is similar to stock, but they want $130.00 plus shipping

June 4th, 2007, 03:09 PM

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I have a pair of Olds stamped steel at .017 ( expensive ) But you can get Corteco at .028 from BTR Performance for less than $60.00 pair...contact Bill Travato at BTR Perf.

June 5th, 2007, 06:54 AM

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I have a pair of Olds stamped steel at .017 ( expensive ) But you can get Corteco at .028 from BTR Performance for less than $60.00 pair...contact Bill Travato at BTR Perf.

Spoke with Bill this morning, gaskets are on their way.
Thanks for help !