{"product_id":"2001-2016-duramax-grade-c-driver-side-head-gasket-55027","title":"2001-2016 Duramax Grade C Driver Side Head Gasket (55027)","description":"\u003ch6\u003eDescription\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel \/ Engine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet \/ GMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilverado \/ Sierra 2500HD \u0026amp; 3500HD 6.6L Duramax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure a professional-grade seal during your engine overhaul with the \u003cstrong\u003eMahle Grade C Driver Side Head Gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e. This updated gold-series gasket is the newest OE-grade replacement for the 2001–2016 Duramax, manufactured by Elring—the global leader in original equipment production. Featuring a 1.05mm thickness, the Grade C gasket is the most common service replacement, specifically engineered to handle the high combustion pressures of the 6.6L diesel engine. Whether you are repairing a high-mileage LB7 or a late-model LML, this gasket provides the reliability and precision fit required for a long-term, leak-free repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55027\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupersedes Part Number: \u003c\/strong\u003e54585\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced by Elring, the globally recognized original equipment supplier for Duramax engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade C Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-engineered at 1.05mm, the standard thickness for most service and repair applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The latest \"Gold\" series revision offers improved sealing characteristics over older part numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Side Specific:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clearly stamped with \"L\" to ensure correct identification and installation on the left bank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Pressure Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to withstand the extreme cylinder pressures and thermal cycles of diesel performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eIncludes\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(1) Mahle Grade C Driver Side Head Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eNotes\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness Verification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always check with your engine builder or measure piston protrusion to verify the 1.05mm thickness meets your requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e To prevent future failures, it is highly recommended to upgrade to high-strength head studs during installation for increased clamping force.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaskets are side-specific; ensure you have the matching \"R\" passenger side gasket for a complete engine set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mahle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53549517373808,"sku":"55027","price":77.92,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2084\/8209\/files\/55027_MAHLE_1.jpg?v=1775762780","url":"https:\/\/www.dirtydieselcustom.ca\/products\/2001-2016-duramax-grade-c-driver-side-head-gasket-55027","provider":"Dirty Diesel Customs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}