89 head gaskets?
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89 head gaskets?
I have an 89 l98 with the 113 aluminum heads. I need to change one of the head gaskets. I have read that the gasket thickness should be .051". I am measuring .032" with a feeler gauge between the head and block, in several different spots. The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner. Can yall recommend a head gasket? I want to have all parts ready before I tear it apart.
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Here's the head gasket kit that Felpro has available for the 86-91 L98 Vette.
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/f...xoCX4kQAvD_BwE
The kit comes with all the top end gaskets that are needed to replace both head gaskets. All for $104. Seems like a real bargain.
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/f...xoCX4kQAvD_BwE
The kit comes with all the top end gaskets that are needed to replace both head gaskets. All for $104. Seems like a real bargain.
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I have an 89 l98 with the 113 aluminum heads. I need to change one of the head gaskets. I have read that the gasket thickness should be .051". I am measuring .032" with a feeler gauge between the head and block, in several different spots. The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner. Can yall recommend a head gasket? I want to have all parts ready before I tear it apart.
Send the heads to a machine shop. Then you will know they are good. I did that, car runs like new.
Last edited by kenmohr; Feb 28, 2025 at 05:31 AM.
