What head gaskets for TF heads?

[woodyy24]

going to be n/a, TF recomends fel-pro 8548PT-2. was wondering if the 9333s would be better?

 

[BlownFiveLiter]

I'm running the Fel-Pro 1011-2 gaskets on mine, which were also specified by Trick Flow.

 

[woodyy24]

I'm running the Fel-Pro 1011-2 gaskets on mine, which were also specified by Trick Flow.

are those lock wire, do they need receiver grooves in the head?

edit: what do you use to bolt your heads down?

 

[86bluecobra]

woody didn't you have a wiend S/C on your car? whats this N/A stuff.

 

[BlownFiveLiter]

The 1011-2 uses a pre-flattened copper ring to seal the combustion chamber, no loc wires. I'm running ARP studs to bolt them down. Don't remember the P/N off hand, but I picked up the ones that TF recommended. So far, I've only put 5-600 miles on it with no problems, but I'm also afraid to blow up my already tired T5...

 

[ronburgundy]

fel pro 1006 for the o-ringed heads if applicable

 

[millhouse]

going to be n/a, TF recomends fel-pro 8548PT-2. was wondering if the 9333s would be better?

They only difference between the two listed is the 8548's have a tin firing ring while the 9333's use stainless. With that said, both will work just fine.

 

[woodyy24]

woody didn't you have a wiend S/C on your car? whats this N/A stuff.

it was actually a B&M but same thing really.
I sold it and bought some heads, I got tired of changing head gaskets

 

[woodyy24]

They only difference between the two listed is the 8548's have a tin firing ring while the 9333's use stainless. With that said, both will work just fine.

which do you use?

 

[MatthewP]

I've used Fel Pro 1011-2's on TFS heads on both a 302 and 351W combination with no problems. I used ARP bolts on the 302, and ARP studs on the 351W. Both combinations were naturally aspirated.

-Matthew

 

[woodyy24]

The 1011-2 uses a pre-flattened copper ring to seal the combustion chamber, no loc wires. I'm running ARP studs to bolt them down. Don't remember the P/N off hand, but I picked up the ones that TF recommended. So far, I've only put 5-600 miles on it with no problems, but I'm also afraid to blow up my already tired T5...

really? no problems? btw you live really close to me. (joliet)

 

[woodyy24]

so the pre-flattened copper wire ones dont need receiver grooves in the heads or block? and they seal good on n/a engines?

 

[millhouse]

which do you use?

I use the 9333's.

 

[woodyy24]

what head studs did you guys use?
the ones i have are 7/16, the holes in the TF heads are bigger than in the E7s. will they still work?

 

[woodyy24]

also does that mean i need different head alignment dowels?

 

[BlownFiveLiter]

really? no problems? btw you live really close to me. (joliet)

I actually replied to a post in 5.0 Talk about having seen your car at JJC before.

I used the ARP 154-4201 studs that TFS recommended. I ordered them at Winner's Circle in Joliet because they were actually cheaper than going through Summitracing. The need for the bushings to step down from 1/2" to 7/16" is only required on certain part numbers for their heads. I ordered part number TFS-51400004 when I got mine, with the upgraded dual valvesprings that are good up to .600" lift and have 7/16" rocker studs. They're pre-drilled for 7/16" head bolts/studs with that particular part number. I think the o-ringed heads are the only ones that come with 1/2" bolt holes. I also used the stock alignment dowels as I couldn't see spending $9.95 on new ones when the ones I already had looked perfectly fine. Feel free to shoot me a PM or if you have AIM/AOL, send me an IM (fiveliterstang95) if you have any more questions. Hell, I'm 10 minutes away, I could lend a hand if necessary.

 

[Modular2v]

what is the stronger lockwire gasket part number?

 

[woodyy24]

I actually replied to a post in 5.0 Talk about having seen your car at JJC before.

I used the ARP 154-4201 studs that TFS recommended. I ordered them at Winner's Circle in Joliet because they were actually cheaper than going through Summitracing. The need for the bushings to step down from 1/2" to 7/16" is only required on certain part numbers for their heads. I ordered part number TFS-51400004 when I got mine, with the upgraded dual valvesprings that are good up to .600" lift and have 7/16" rocker studs. They're pre-drilled for 7/16" head bolts/studs with that particular part number. I think the o-ringed heads are the only ones that come with 1/2" bolt holes. I also used the stock alignment dowels as I couldn't see spending $9.95 on new ones when the ones I already had looked perfectly fine. Feel free to shoot me a PM or if you have AIM/AOL, send me an IM (fiveliterstang95) if you have any more questions. Hell, I'm 10 minutes away, I could lend a hand if necessary.

hmm, mine have dual valve springs and 1/2'' bolt holes, the seller said they have 3/8 rocker studs. ill have to go re-check that. but im pretty sure i have to get the reducer bushings/washers from trickflow.
they came in last night, clearly no signs of O-ring grooves.
and does that look like carbon buildup or JB to you guys? its only on one port, but its also on the valve so im assuming carbon buildup?

 

[woodyy24]

also does anyone know where i can buy the inserts for the EGR passages to bolt my accessories on?

 

[PoopDawg]

Ford dealer for the head plugs.