{"product_id":"hamilton-cams-1989-1998-dodge-ram-2500-3500-5-9l-cummins-12v-fire-ring-head-gasket-070in","title":"Hamilton Cams 1989-1998 Dodge\/Ram 2500\/3500 5.9L Cummins 12V Fire Ring Head Gasket .070in","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e’89–’98 Fire Ring Gasket – .070″ Thickness, 4.560″ Wire O.D.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your \u003cstrong\u003e12V Cummins (1989–1998)\u003c\/strong\u003e with this \u003cstrong\u003eFire Ring Gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e, specially engineered to handle high boost pressures and extreme horsepower. With a \u003cstrong\u003e.070″ thickness (1.5 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e.105″ wire at 4.560″ O.D.\u003c\/strong\u003e, you’ll gain a robust seal that stands up to the stresses of heavy-duty and performance applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGasket \u0026amp; Groove Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: .070″ (1.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire O.D.\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4.560″ (.105″ wire)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGroove depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e.025″–.026″\u003c\/strong\u003e depth with a .120″ radius cutter\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Best Practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachining for Flatness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAchieve maximum sealing by \u003cstrong\u003emachining both the head and block\u003c\/strong\u003e—especially crucial over 800 HP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder 800 HP: Cutting grooves in \u003cb\u003ejust the head\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 800, be sure to run 625 studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use a .120″ \u003cstrong\u003eradiused cutter\u003c\/strong\u003e for precise, consistent groove profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStuds Are Essential\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003equality studs\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure proper clamp load—especially with our \u003cstrong\u003ecompetition gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply \u003cstrong\u003eliberal lubrication\u003c\/strong\u003e on nuts, washers, and threads for even torque and a consistent seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever exceed the manufacturer’s torque limits\u003c\/strong\u003e; fasteners at full torque store significant energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorque Procedure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Torque to \u003cstrong\u003e130 ft-lb\u003c\/strong\u003e before the first startup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot Retorque\u003c\/strong\u003e: After reaching operating temp, retorque while the engine is warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Valve Lash\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gasket compression changes valve lash; readjust as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Fire Ring Gasket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable High-Performance Sealing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tested to handle extreme pressures for racing, towing, or heavy-duty use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e: .070″ thickness ensures a tough, stable seal in boosted applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEase of Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Straightforward torque procedure with standard machining practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hamilton Cams","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44961050820650,"sku":"HC07-G-12VF","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/8305\/files\/12V-head-gasket-scaled.jpg?v=1792094643","url":"https:\/\/fassmotorsports.com\/products\/hamilton-cams-1989-1998-dodge-ram-2500-3500-5-9l-cummins-12v-fire-ring-head-gasket-070in","provider":"FASS Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}