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I searched and couldnt find a straight answer. I just ordered pacesetter headers for my car and was wondering what are the best gaskets to use to prevent leaks? i had edelbrock headers on my s-10 and only had one gasket break in 1.5 yrs/15k miles.
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1997 Camaro 15.3@91 with a 2.35 60ft-B&M Ripper, SLP Knob, SLP CAI, LT1 DS, EBC Pads. 1994 Camaro(Sadly Sold)-Hi flow cat, custom flowmaster american thunder cat back, KN FIPK, Accel wires, Plat plugs, 160 thermo, Fastchip, Pacesetters. -
Haven't had a leak on my car yet with the pacesetter gaskets.<a href=\"http://www.onid.orst.edu/~waltejam/\" target=\"_blank\">98 Bright Red Camaro</a><br />Too many mods to list....check my website -
Use the stock paper gaskets, don't soak them in water. Surround the ports on the gasket on both sides with Ultra Copper RTV and install them.
The key is to re-tighten the bolts a few times, I would say once a day (if you drove the car that day) for a few days. Try to do it when the car is hot.1997 Chevrolet Camaro v6 - 13.8@104MPH
1997 Dodge Viper GTS
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I would have to agree with AZ3.8 I used the gaskets that came with the headers and had no problems with leaking from the heads (still have leak at y-pipe though). And definately go back and tighten the bolts daily. They can back off quite a bit in just a short trip.98 Silver Camaro V6<br />15.238 @91.74 w/ 2.288 60\'<br />Mods: K&N, FTRA, Pacesetter Headers, Spec 3 Clutch, 160 Thermo, TSP Rumbler, 3\" Catco, Whisper Lid, 3.42\'s w/LSD, Aluminum DS, Man Fan Switch<br /><br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomainComment
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Cool thanx for the info.1997 Camaro 15.3@91 with a 2.35 60ft-B&M Ripper, SLP Knob, SLP CAI, LT1 DS, EBC Pads. 1994 Camaro(Sadly Sold)-Hi flow cat, custom flowmaster american thunder cat back, KN FIPK, Accel wires, Plat plugs, 160 thermo, Fastchip, Pacesetters.Comment
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If they do break, it is hard to find replacements. I just make my own. Get some gasket paper from autozone and trace/cut them with an xacto knife.1999 red camaro v6 M5: with a turbo<br />13.52@107.99<br />No, seriously: Who Farted? <br /><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/600086\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/600086</a>Comment
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i know someone who had leaks in their paper gaskets after 6 months so i just bought the Fel-pro aluminum ones for like $2099\' W68 Firebird<br />SLP Ram air kit,Whisper Air Lid, k&n, 8mm Taylor Wires, Bridgestone Potenzas RE950, BMR Red LCAs, Pacesetter Headers and 3\"in catalytic converter with 2.75\" Flowmaster Cat-back<br /><br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/501008\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/501008</a>Comment
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I first used the paper gaskets and the drivers side blew out. Then I replaced it with the felpro ones and RTV. Then the passenger side one went and replaced it the same way but that one was leaking so I reordered the stock gaskets and bolts and redid the passenger side with RTV and its been holding up well so far. Yeah I know I have a bastardized setup but its holding up well so far. Only leak is at the y pipe flanges.
I think the key is to not overtighten for the first few days with the rtv cause it will just squeeze out. I also noticed the bolts were longer than the original ones, not sure if it helped or not.
Just my experiences.
Shane00 Pewter Y87 Camaro-SS Hood/Chrome rims, Black Halos, Clear corners, Pacesetters, V8 K&N FIPK, 3\" B&B TriFlow, HPP3, MSD Coils, Taylor wires, Transgo stage II, Edge 3000 Stall, 180* thermo, SLP Bowtie Grill<br /><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/468763/1/\" target=\"_blank\">Carro</a>Comment
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just buy the stock ones and use ulltra copper on them it works great for me
DO NOT BUY THE FELPRO POS'Swww.turbov6camaro.com
1997 3800 Series II Camaro
4600 Stall for my ride to the mall :chug:
7.18 @ 99.77 1/8 -1.8x sixty (current quickest v6 fbod)
11.23 @ unk 5 1/4 - 7.19 1/8 - 1.83 sixty
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