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Old Sep 17, 2008 | 09:50 AM
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which is beter Cometic or the new GM 5 layer head gasket.

motor will have around 1000 horse and 18psi?

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I would use COMETIC myself. I use there stuff alot on N/A and FI motors. Just make sure you prep(clean/correct surface finish 50ra)ALL surfaces well before installation and maybe spray alittle haloymar on them for added sealing and ALL fasters get torqued and cycled properly?
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I have the 5-layer GM MLS and it didn't start pushing water until I crossed ~1300 hp and 20-21 psi...but...I have alot of ignition timing

even then, its only pushing a few ounces...
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^ What bolt heads are you running?
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Stock MLS gaskets are some of the best you can get IMO. Jsut make sure you use good head studs to keep everything clamped together.
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^ What bolt heads are you running?
std ARP studs
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