6.5l head gaskets

[Trucker2k16]

Well fellas i have 1 head stud leaking so ima redo both sides i need help on the torque specs and sequences? Also are tge rocker arm assembly bolts torque'd to 40 ft lbs? And i know every pushrod and stud should go back in same location im getting the felpro 9701PT gaskets i hear alot saying that the felpro's are the best to use?

 

[Husker6.5]

FelPro or Victor Reinz are the only non-OEM head gaskets to use.

 

[Twisted Steel Performance]

I have had great use from Mahle's...
And their is a thread here with details on how to ensure no studs leak....

 

[6.2 turbo]

Victor Reinze /Mahle 4021 or 4021T for .010 thicker. Anything better would have to be custom made.

 

[Trucker2k16]

I used the mahle 4021 and now i have no leaks

 

[MrMarty51]

I wonder how much difference .010 will make on the compression ratio ?
Not much I suppose.

 

[6.2 turbo]

It's roughly 1 point.

 

[Trucker2k16]

Want to update everyone i resealed my headstuds with permatex opt black and have no issues anymore i also upgraded my water pump and fan with clutch it runs like a dream also got my tuned ecm from quadstar cant be any happier