Head gaskets are available in a variety of materials, and the type of head gasket material you choose for your engine should be influenced by the surface finishes of your engine block and cylinder heads. In today’s video, SCE Gaskets‘ Ryan Hunter will walk you through different head gasket materials, ranging from the hardest—Multi-Layer Steel
Blown head gasket. Those three words can strike fear in car novices and seasoned gearheads alike. A blown head gasket can mean costly repairs if you farm out your mechanical work. It can mean a lot of time and elbow grease if you do your own wrenching. Blown head gaskets can be the result of
When stepping up to performance cylinder head gaskets, your first order of business will be choosing the gasket material best suited for your application. See our How to Choose the Right Gasket post for a quick reference as to which material makes the most sense for you. Because of its durability, copper gaskets are commonly
It doesn’t matter whether you log miles at the track or in the grocery store parking lot, your vehicle needs gaskets. You do, however, get a lot of choices when it comes to materials, and that can get confusing. Your confusion ends here, because below is a comprehensive list that explains the different materials so
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