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Sep 2, 2007 | 04:24 PM

blueeyeddevil141

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Head Gaskets and bolts

I have 120k on my motor, and I just put a Vindicator(240/244 .608/.596 113LSA 111ICL) in and I need head gaskets, intake gaskets, and head bolts. Which gaskets and bolts are suggested? Do I need anything else?

Sep 2, 2007 | 05:51 PM

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If you didn't notch your pistons, no use putting it back together. PTV is a distinct reality.

Sep 2, 2007 | 07:04 PM

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If you didn't notch your pistons, no use putting it back together. PTV is a distinct reality.

+1 I would check PTV clearance. IF you have clearance. Then measure the deck height and determine from there what head gasket to use.

Sep 2, 2007 | 08:03 PM

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stock is .052 so if you go with .040 cometic which is popular as it will bump compression up and thus add and compliment the cam you went with .
though since it is so big it is always a good idea to check piston to valve clearence though .012 is not too big of a difference .
that being said better safe than sorry .

arp makes good head bolts and in a high performance application are good to go with . these bolts are really strong and can be used again unlike stock gm bolts .

intake gaskets are really about the same . if your old ones are melted it will help with any leaks .

Sep 2, 2007 | 09:19 PM

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i got mine from texas speed. the head gasket and bolts were 100$, its a great deal being the dealership wanted 250$.

Sep 4, 2007 | 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by LS1Z28-00

i got mine from texas speed. the head gasket and bolts were 100$, its a great deal being the dealership wanted 250$.

$250!?
The graphite gaskets for my car were $40 list each and the headbolt kit is $24 list for each side.
From GM Parts Direct pricing:
12558809 $23.58 right
12558810 $23.58 left
12498545 $17.47

So $82.10 plus shipping