Head Gaskets The Right Way - Part 1

The modern diesels that ushered in the performance age of compression-ignition trucks are getting older. Not only that, but many have also lived at modified levels for many years, leading to a harsher-than-intended life.The modern diesels that ushered in the performance age of compression-ignition trucks are getting older. Not only that, but many have also lived at modified levels for many years, leading to a harsher-than-intended life. Not surprisingly, one of the first parts to fail after years of heavy use is the head gasket—the part responsible for sealing all that combustion pressure. While 6.0L Power Stroke–powered Fords are notorious for blowing head gaskets, Dodges and GMs are catching up. More and more high-mileage Duramaxes are starting to pop, and early Cummins engines are also prone to failure. So what to do?


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