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Thicker head gasket

05-29-2005, 05:55 PM

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PKirby

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Thicker head gasket

I am in process of assembling my '95 engine. My pistons are .040 over for a '93 rotary pump engine. I am using a '96 auto P pump and injectors, #5 plate, Duramax intercooler. I know I have an odd combination. The head was milled .015 to true it up and the pistons protrude .019. I have ordered a .010 thicker head gasket, should I use it or go with a stock one?

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