| Metal head gasket Question :
What are the advantages of using the 'metal head gasket'. instead of the
carbon-type conventional one?
Answer : I think you are referring to the metal as opposed to the
graphite coated type. Actually if the mating surfaces are flat and even, and
the right gasket compound is used with the metal gasket, there is no
difference between the two. However, competition guys will always use metal
gaskets because they are less likely to leak under the high cylinder
pressures and competition conditions. In the case of road going cars, there
is really no need to use anything other than that recommended by the engine
manufacturer. |
