Head Gasket Question

« **on:** June 02, 2009, 11:02:35 PM »

I am not sure if I have the correct head gaskets for my BBC. The block is 3999289, Mortec says 71-79 2 Bolt 454. I have Fel-Pro gaskets 1037 and it says for blocks with 3 lower coolant holes in the block. Problem is mine only has 1 coolant hole. Are these OK to use or does anyone know the correct ones I need? I am trying to get the motor together and get on the water soon.

« **Reply #1 on:** June 02, 2009, 11:10:53 PM »

Wrong gaskets, the bottom three holes are different on the two blocks, I think the motor you have is called the "service replacement", I get you the right P/N...

GT

« **Reply #2 on:** June 02, 2009, 11:37:29 PM »

Dont look good does it. FWIW the little holes at the bottom edge are to cool the spark plug area of the head, make sure they're clear

« **Reply #3 on:** June 03, 2009, 01:50:22 PM »

Quote from: GT Jets on June 02, 2009, 11:10:53 PM

Wrong gaskets, the bottom three holes are different on the two blocks, I think the motor you have is called the "service replacement", I get you the right P/N...

GT

I'll take the Part number when ever you get a chance.

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