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MG MGA - The 'Good' Head Gasket to Use

Hi,

I recall reading about which type of head gasket to use when replacing one on the A. Could someone refresh my memory as to the brand AND where I can get one? SF? Moss? I would have to order it as I have no way of getting to a parts store from Tokyo.

Normally, I would just search the archives but I am on my lunch break at work and do not have that ability. We are alos moving into a new house and won't have home internet access for the next month or so. Ironically, ADSL here is dirt cheap--but you have to wait for setup.
Tommy

It's the Felpro/Payen gasket, black fiber with metal eyelets around all the openings. See here: http://mgaguru.com/mgtech/power/pics/eyebs_13.jpg
Some of the newer ones apparently also have a thin bead of silicone around the water openings. Just order the head gasket for 1975 or later MGB.
Barney Gaylord

Thanks Barney, but where can we order these? Both Moss UK & USA have told me that they don't stock Payen brand stuff.
Gary Lock

Gary,

As you are in Australia you should contact the Australian distributor of Payen products.

http://www.fabre.com.au/brands.htm

Mick
Mick Anderson

Moss USA currently stocks a Payen copper/composite (can't use asbestos any more) under our part #296-400. Either that, or follow Barney's suggestion of using the post 1975 MGB gasket. Either one is of superior quality.

FWIW, I'm not certain who the manufacturer of our 296-420 complete head gasket sets is. We don't have any on the shelf I can look at. It's a different supplier, so I'd venture a guess that they aren't Payen.
Craig Cody

Thanks all. At least now I know I have several options. I'm sure I can find one without any problems.

Whilst the engine is out I plan to change over the rocker towers to the cast iron MGB types and wanted one on hand just in case.
Tommy

Mick, the only reason I havn't contacted Fabre is that they are not very interested in small orders. I ordered 3 MGA gaskets 6 months ago, and havn't heard anything since!
Gary Lock

This thread was discussed between 05/02/2007 and 06/02/2007

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