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erickmarciano

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Any issues with aftermarket head gaskets ?
« on: October 14, 2025, 23:03:24 »
Hi guys.
Any issues with aftermarket head gaskets ?
My friend installed a Elring gasket and it blew after 50 miles
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Benz Dr.

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Re: Any issues with aftermarket head gaskets ?
« Reply #1 on: October 15, 2025, 03:38:08 »
 Seems unlikely that it's the head gasket. Could be an installation problem.
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Re: Any issues with aftermarket head gaskets ?
« Reply #2 on: October 15, 2025, 05:26:38 »
Elring might be OEM Mercedes part. I would not hesitate to install Elring.
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Re: Any issues with aftermarket head gaskets ?
« Reply #3 on: Today at 03:59:12 »
Yep, probably an installation problem. Elring is a good brand.
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