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12-28-2002, 07:27 AM
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I was just curious about O-Ringing the heads and block.
I plan to run 12:1 .040 455. It could have anywhere from 550ftTQ-600ftTQ at 3000RPM and shifting at/around 5800RPM. I have yet to pick a Roller CAM. I will be using a stall speed no higher than 3000 to keep some street-ability. 700R4 Trans, Eaton 4:10 (I know too much gear), 69 Firbird Conv. -First would I even need to O-RING? -Does the block and heads need to be o-ringed? -Are there special gaskets needed? -Is it worth it? -Pros vs. Cons? [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif[/img] SPEED SAFE, AIR RAM Im putting together a .040 455 with Edelbrock heads (72cc), Eagle Rods, FLAT top J&E Pistons for 12:1, Harland sharp roller Rockers, Fluidampner, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, and 750 Demon Carb. "GOT TRACTION"
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12-28-2002, 07:27 AM
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I was just curious about O-Ringing the heads and block.
I plan to run 12:1 .040 455. It could have anywhere from 550ftTQ-600ftTQ at 3000RPM and shifting at/around 5800RPM. I have yet to pick a Roller CAM. I will be using a stall speed no higher than 3000 to keep some street-ability. 700R4 Trans, Eaton 4:10 (I know too much gear), 69 Firbird Conv. -First would I even need to O-RING? -Does the block and heads need to be o-ringed? -Are there special gaskets needed? -Is it worth it? -Pros vs. Cons? [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif[/img] SPEED SAFE, AIR RAM Im putting together a .040 455 with Edelbrock heads (72cc), Eagle Rods, FLAT top J&E Pistons for 12:1, Harland sharp roller Rockers, Fluidampner, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, and 750 Demon Carb. "GOT TRACTION"
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12-28-2002, 08:32 AM
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I figured the need for o-ringing was when 14:1 or more compression or NOS was being used. I may be wrong. I run 12.4:1 and eheads but no o-rings. In fact, I had the heads off for 3 months and re used the Fel Pro gaskets and its still going.
Wang whats with all the pictures it a parking lot.....
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12-28-2002, 11:10 AM
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I agree with Jack. 3 years at 13:1 w/680 HP, and no head gasket problems running Felpro 1016's. Now, if your planning nitrous, that's another story---- Bill
GT37 3600lbs...as featured on the cover of Pontiac Enthusiast Jan/Feb 2002 DOT/mufflers-all motor 6.49 @ 108 10.14 @ 133
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12-28-2002, 03:05 PM
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Thanks guys, Thats money I can spend els where.
SPEED SAFE, AIR RAM Im putting together a .040 455 with Edelbrock heads (72cc), Eagle Rods, FLAT top J&E Pistons for 12:1, Harland sharp roller Rockers, Fluidampner, Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, and 750 Demon Carb. "GOT TRACTION"
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#6
12-28-2002, 03:56 PM
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I o-ringed my block at 12:1 with the Butler gaskets, just in case. Having one less head bolt per cylinder than the bowtie crowd makes me nervous.
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#7
12-28-2002, 05:49 PM
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12.5 compression making 665 hp 620lbs torque using the Felpro #1016. No problems ever!
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