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Old Jun 3, 2017 | 05:16 PM
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Head Gasket; OEM vs aftemarket

Hello guys..

Im doing rebuild on my EVO MR.

I went 2.0 stock bore and forge internals.

My previous set up is bolts ons and E85 380whp.

Nothing wrong with my HG.

Rebuild goal power is 400-430 for Track runs.

Do i need to upgrade my HG to some aftermarket one?

Or stick to OEM?

Any recommendations?

Thanks
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Old Jun 3, 2017 | 06:45 PM
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Oem
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Old Jun 3, 2017 | 06:49 PM
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Oem hands down. Been proven time and time again
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Old Jun 3, 2017 | 07:00 PM
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Oem is made from multi-layer steel. Much better than most if not all aftermarket head gaskets.
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