head gasket question
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Joined: Nov 2003
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From: Kalamazoo, MI, USA
I have 5.3 heads that are ported with 2.05 & 1.6 valves. I used the .042 head gaskets and after approximately 3000 miles I developed coolant leaks from the rear of both heads. After doing some research, it's my under standing that with an aluminum block it is harder to maintain a truly level surface. A larger gasket (stock 0.058) will help make up for some of the imperfections.
Good luck,
Al
Good luck,
Al
