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Old Sep 7, 2004 | 10:17 PM
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hi i just want to ask Are all D series headgasket the same ? some are cheaper then other im trying to put a mini me together d16z6 head with a Y7 block i got the block for $50 is this a good combination for boost ? Because the compression is going to be like 9.6 not 9.2 like my old z6 thank
Old Sep 7, 2004 | 11:58 PM
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im running a y7 block and y8 head. my compression with my srp 9"1s is like 9.7 to 1. im boosting 10 lbs right now on a stock y8 head gasket and its fast. im uppin it to 15 lbs this weekend. ill let you know how it hold up
Old Sep 8, 2004 | 12:51 AM
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get the y8 head gasket. and, you'll save some money.
i got mine at www.hondaautomotiveparts.com
Old Sep 8, 2004 | 01:05 PM
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i heard the y8 gasket is thiner then the new design of the z6 gasket right ?
Old Sep 8, 2004 | 08:42 PM
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what is the stock compression ratio of the d16y8 is it like 9.6 :1 ? anyone boost 10 psi on it ?
Old Sep 9, 2004 | 03:48 AM
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d15z6 head gasket are quite thick they have tendency to be fragile.
Old Sep 15, 2004 | 04:19 AM
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A6 composite .043
Z6 MLS/metal .043
Y8 MLS/metal and I've heard it's thinner.

My A6 composite has seen 16psi... Head studs help.
Old Sep 15, 2004 | 10:04 AM
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I use z6 head gaskets on all my single cams.
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