Stock head gasket on 426 bore?

[r-exrider0003]

Anyone know if I can run an oem honda gasket on my 426 head? if not which is thee best hg to get? thanks.

[m36indiana]

no you need a 440 gasket, the stock one will not fit

[Honda#4]

Yes you can run the OEM gasket.

[r-exrider0003]

well which is it? i read else where that you wouldnt need a 440 gasket unless your running an 89mm piston, and i belive 426 is only 88mm yes?

[exrider272]

just put my 426 together last night used a 440 head gasket...

[r-exrider0003]

well i'd really prefer to use a factory honda one as i know that quality is certain. but whats the best 440 gasket to use if i cannot use oem.

[exrider272]

cometic... never had any problems with them

[r-exrider0003]

HD studs? because im not running any. blew a wiesco.

[exrider272]

you wont need HD studs... ive owned 440 460 426 416 and never had to put any in.. i think that stuff is bs, just my 2cents

[Ruby Soho]

Originally posted by exrider272
you wont need HD studs... ive owned 440 460 426 416 and never had to put any in.. i think that stuff is bs, just my 2cents

than you got lucky.

i blew 2 gaskets with stock studs in my 440.

you can also get an oem gasket and bore the gasket. but you mine aswell do it the right way:p

[r-exrider0003]

anyone else out there running a bigger bore and running stock head gasket?

[alex10]

You need a 440 head gasket. You can use stock studs if you torque the head nuts properly. You need HD studs for a 440.

[honda400ex2003]

I used a stock cometic with a 416 just alittle info. I know it is not as big but it is only another .5mm on each side. I searched around and read that you could use a 400 gasket when I was in the middle of putting mine together. It has ran strong for a few since I did it. no leaking or anything. Just my 2 cents. Steve