stock headgasket or aftermarket?

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Ghettorex
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So, the headgasket is one of the last things I need to buy to get my car up and running correctly again. I'm not sure if I should just get a stock pulsar headgasket or get an aftermarket one? I havent done much engine work so I dont think it would really matter at this time? What do ya'll think??

Jason


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You plan on boostin big?

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If you're not planning on running big boost and power, then a nice fel-pro unit and some new head bolts will do you just fine.

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figure i need a metal one, im planning on 18-20psi on this rebuild.. not a good idea to run this with a stock unit, right?

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Quote »figure i need a metal one, im planning on 18-20psi on this rebuild.. not a good idea to run this with a stock unit, right?[/quote] You'll eventually meet the boost god with this one, but it will last. The metal one is big investment in case you got a bit cute with the boost.

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I'll be running a stock Pulsar one. I think i will hold up.


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