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Vital Gaskets
Gasket manufacturer
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Gaskets
Copper Head Gasket
Copper gaskets have been around since the very early days of the internal combustion engine, and are still used on today’s 10,000-horsepower Top Fuel engines.
The challenges of containing all the combustion pressure during the power stroke haven’t faded away, however. The head gasket is still the most stressed static seal in the engine, and “blown head gasket” is one of the most stressful adventures for engine builders, especially in the pits.
Interestingly, a solution developed in the very early days of internal combustion engines is still around to secure even the most powerful engines in racing. We’re talking about a flat, plain copper gasket. They were used in the 20-horsepower Model T, and basically the same design and material are used in 10,000-horsepower Top Fuel engines today as well as Pro Mod and other high-end powerplants
How does a gasket blow?
Engine builders may be quick to blame the product when there is blown gasket; however, the fasteners, torque procedure and even block/head designs can prevent the gasket from doing its job—especially where there is a serious spike in cylinder pressure.
