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Old Jul 18, 2012 | 08:30 PM
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Hey I'm starting to build my motor and was wondering what head gasket you guys are using.
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gm mls gasket coated w/ copper rtv.
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What about cometic? Are those no good for N2o
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gm mls gasket coated w/ copper rtv.
This works well as does the 5 layer and newer 7 layer gaskets.

Copper coat spray also works well to give it some extra seal as well as permatex hylomar.
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We use primarily Cometic in all our builds and I stock LS gaskets in a few different sizes. Pm me for prices if needed!
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Cometic on all our stuff
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Ok cool thanks guys I think ill use the cometic
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