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Yeah, Felpro makes one with it blocked, I'll see if I can find the number... FWIW some guys don't like blocking the heat, in the old days I didn't either, but the fuel has gotten to the point you've gotta do something..


Felpro #1214

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/FPP-1214/



Have you guys had problems with the "blocked" portion of the gasket burning through?

I never tried the FelPro, but I had a Mr. Gasket burn through once. Now, I use .030" stainless steel shim stock in that area, even if the gasket is already blocked. I had read that only stainless steel will survive in that environment, and the burned through gasket seemed to confirm that.

Perhaps I'm needlessly going overboard; I'd like to hear your experiences.

Thanks!