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FlatheadEric · 08-04-2020, 02:38 PM

I will soon be putting my '39 24 stud engine back together with new mains, big ends, rings, cam followers, valves etc.

I have got two pairs of NOS 1938-48 24 stud head gaskets, all still with some of the preserving wax on the metal fire rings. This scrapes off easily with a fingernail.

They have the following stamped on them:
Ford USA
Detroit Gasket Mfg Co
Steelbestos
41A-6051

My questions are:
Are these a good type of gasket to use?
If so, what is the best sealer to use on these asbestos gaskets?

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08-04-2020, 02:38 PM	#1
FlatheadEric Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Raglan, New Zealand Posts: 97	NOS 1938-48 24 Stud Head Gaskets I will soon be putting my '39 24 stud engine back together with new mains, big ends, rings, cam followers, valves etc. I have got two pairs of NOS 1938-48 24 stud head gaskets, all still with some of the preserving wax on the metal fire rings. This scrapes off easily with a fingernail. They have the following stamped on them: Ford USA Detroit Gasket Mfg Co Steelbestos 41A-6051 My questions are: Are these a good type of gasket to use? If so, what is the best sealer to use on these asbestos gaskets? 20200726_104918.jpg 20200726_104533.jpg 20200726_104600.jpg 20200726_104546.jpg