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08-16-2012, 11:38 AM

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This gasket will not change your compression ratio, because it is the same thickness as all the other MLS gaskets

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08-16-2012, 01:33 PM

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This gasket will not change your compression ratio, because it is the same thickness as all the other MLS gaskets

really? even with the added layers its still the same thickness?

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08-16-2012, 01:55 PM

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really? even with the added layers its still the same thickness?

they are thinner layers. Overall compressed thickness is the same.

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08-16-2012, 01:56 PM

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The layers are thinner that's how the same thickness is achieved

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08-16-2012, 03:16 PM

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oh ok good to know. i was wondering.

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think ive made up my mind finally lol i put the LS9 gasket dimentions in the calculator with 317 head and came up with 9.82:1 CR...so i think im gonna go with these on my setup! thanks guys

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