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Old 06-05-2007, 10:08 PM
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Default Best header gaskets and where to get them!
I'm in desperate need of new ones. Who makes the best? Where can I get them?
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Old 06-05-2007, 10:27 PM
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stock ones from the dealer are great!!
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they will fit on aftermarket headers as well?

who vouches!
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I've used stock header gaskets on my mic mid lengths...they work best.. no leaks whatsoever. yes they will fit.
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ive also used the stock metal ones with pacesetters....work fine
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I got the GM Performance steel ones:

12558573 GM Steel Header Gaskets (pair) $19.99

http://www.ls1speed.com/catagory.cfm?catagory=Exhaust
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hey kaos, go with stock gm gaskets!! i just installed my pacesetter longtubes a few weeks ago, and i picked up some gaskets at ancira chevrolet. i spent $22 bucks i believe for a pair. good to go bro!!
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used the stockers with my pacesetters, 80k miles on the gaskets and still no problems
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great thanks guys!
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Percy's, 6 layer aluminum from Summit Racing, last gaskets you'll ever need. They work great!

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
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OEM gaskets !!
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I used Copper Mr. Gaskets. No problems so far, went on easy, seem to seal good. But, this was my first header job, so I wouldnt take any advice from me, if I was you.
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