Enginetech head gasket which side up

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Thread Tools. Received 1 Like on 1 Post. Engine tech and car tech both say rear coolant holes left exposed. View Public Profile. Find all posts by Budro Received 82 Likes on 71 Posts. No real difference, especially if both heads and block are cast iron.

Enginetech head gasket which side up

Print Thread. Does it matter which way it's installed? Raised embossed side towards block or heads on iron head ? Mr Gasket has been of no help and their instructions make no mention of it other than to say no sealer is required with these gaskets. Heads are already installed with one head gasket installed "up" and the other "down" Don't ask. Thanks for your replies. I cant imagine it would matter either way. Are these the MLS gaskets or the single layer steel shim gaskets? The up side is supposed to be Up as mounted on the block. It will most likly seal in either direction.

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Post by crazycuda » Thu Dec 13, pm. Post by engine » Thu Dec 13, pm. Privacy Terms. Quick links. Pictures inside!! Gasket

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Enginetech head gasket which side up

I am a part of our onsite engineering department. I have a passion for the automotive industry and I am an engine expert. I have been a part of the Enginetech team for 5 years. Hello Enginetech Friends, in this blog we will discuss a little bit about head gaskets and best practices for installation.

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Likes: This increased strength feature allows for producing high quality rings with reduced radial walls. Find More Posts by MrElectric The top of my pic would be the front of the engine. Pre-Power Stroke Diesel 7. If you own an automotive business, then please contact our New Accounts Manager, Miguel Gaona to discuss opening up an account. It is thought that minimal ring back clearance improves overall performance of the engine. Originally Posted by kenp. Customers will not be affected by changing from a cast iron top ring to a steel top ring because our rings have adequate side clearance allowing the compression gases to energize the ring to operate properly. Picture 1 should be face down towards the block. Copper spray or any other gasket sealer is not recommended for any Enginetech gaskets. I have a passion for the automotive industry and I am an engine expert. Make sure to retorque the lower intake bolts too,as they tend to loosen up after a heat cycle or two. Switch to Threaded Mode. Also, the elastomeric sealing beads meet special sealing needs.

A head gasket is vital to an engine's combustion system. The gasket helps the engine obtain the right compression to maintain power.

But if the gasket maker takes the time to emboss the word UP on its gaskets. Although it should work fine, it tells a bit about the company's attention to detail that they make head gaskets like this. Thanks for your replies. So the LS1 should also have a front and back. Post by engine » Thu Dec 13, pm. It does suck though. For specs and dimensions of a part number, please visit our catalog website at: www. In all honesty it doesn't really matter, but on most performance gaskets like Fel-Pro that is how they tell you to install the gaskets on the engine. The time now is AM. DarkDoom ubbcentral.