Early SBC Intake Gaskets

[earntaz]

I've used various brands of gaskets over the years -- the old Victor gaskets were the cats meow before FelPro came on the market. As far as rear main seals -- it's all in preparation. I have always &quot;dressed&quot; the edge of the main cap and block where they slide into the groove on the seal. You don't want to &quot;shave&quot; and material off the seal during installation. Also, I apply a dab of Hi-Tack to the main parting surface (between cap and block) to prevent oil from seeping between them. Another &quot;trick&quot; is to off-set the seal parting lines -- I've installed them both ways ... doesn't seem to make any difference if seal is installed carefully. If available for your application -- use the one piece pan gasket. This has worked for me on both SBC and BBC engines. TAZ [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]