head gaskets?

[beamerwelder]

fixing to do arp studs and egr delete. need info on which head gaskets to use. Ford or Black oxnyix? all info appre. thanks

[..::ryan::..]

From what I've read, its best to go with the Ford ones.

[rem1981]

I used black onyx. Works just fine.

[06DZL]

I used Victor Reinz, ive read they are the same but cheaper.

[rem1981]

I don't think it really matters much what you pick. Honestly, the reason the stock gasket fails in the first place is due to the junk torque-to-yield head bolts. But ARPs are not going to stretch. The black onyx gaskets have a sealant coating over the entire gasket, so theoretically, they should seal a bit better. But unless you are building a high horsepower engine, I wouldn't expect either one to fail again, unless for some other reason (EGR cooler or oil cooler). That's just my opinion.

[PGreenSVT]

There is evidence of issues with the BO/VR gaskets and some vendors have quit using them.. Stick with the Ford gaskets. If they can hold all the power Shawn Ellerton makes they'll work for you.