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Old 07-15-2008, 10:23 PM
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I am rebuilding my 289 and I recently found a total rebuild gasket set on ebay for 29 bucks. this sounds to me as something that is too good to be true. is it ok to use gaskets that are that cheap? I dont really know what the difference is in gasket types and materials. obviously I want something that will get the job done correctly but I dont need anything special. what do you guys think... should I buy the set and try?
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Old 07-15-2008, 11:46 PM
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There are some good gasket sets on Ebay for cheap but that one sounds a little shady. Post the link.
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Old 07-16-2008, 06:46 AM
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It don't matter whether they come from E-bay or anywhere else.
DON'T BUY CHEAP STUFF OF ANY KIND WHEN IT'S SOMETHING THIS IMPORTANT.

Get good,brand name,reliable parts and then you don't have to worry about things coming back apart.If anything, overbuild your car and it will be worth a lot more if you sell in the future.
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Old 07-16-2008, 11:31 AM
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i'd spend the moeny and geta good set of gaskets from a name like fel-pro, its better to spend the extra bucks now than to have to re-re-build your motor
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Old 07-16-2008, 02:49 PM
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what brand is it? dont buy off brand cheap gasket kits, you are just going to have to replace them, and spend more money anyway
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Old 07-17-2008, 01:06 PM
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thanks alot guys I figured you get what you pay for but the way things are going now Im trying to skimp where I can but you made me realize I dont want to be taking this thing apart a week later to replace a head gasket. ill stick with a brand I know
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Old 07-19-2008, 02:13 PM
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i agree go with a trusted name like felpro or a straight from ford kit
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