FEL-PRO HS 26218 PT cylinder head gasket set for the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 6-cylinder 5.9L and other vehicles seals the joint between the cylinder head and the engine block. Also sold as an engine cylinder head gasket set, it is made for the repair environment.
- PermaTorque product line
- Nonstick anti-friction coating that seals small surface scratches and imperfections
- Proprietary sealing materials and unique design features for repair work
- No-retorque design: the steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing head bolts
- Graphite or reinforced fiber facing material with steel armor
- Made to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces
Quick facts
- Part: FEL-PRO HS 26218 PT cylinder head gasket set
- Also called: engine cylinder head gasket set
- Fits: 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 6-cylinder 5.9L and other vehicles
- Condition: New
A leaking head gasket can show up as coolant loss, white exhaust smoke or oil and coolant mixing. Before you replace the gasket set, rule out other causes of overheating, such as the thermostat, water pump or radiator cap, since those can also run an engine hot.
Fits
It fits the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 and the 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500, both with the 6-cylinder 5.9L engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Cylinder bore diameter: 4.265 in
Build and materials
- Type: cylinder head gasket set
- Facing: graphite or reinforced fiber, with steel armor and a steel core
- Coating: nonstick anti-friction
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
One cylinder head gasket set. Each 6-cylinder 5.9L engine takes one set.
Interchange: HS54556 · 021048201
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the FEL-PRO HS 26218 PT the right gasket set for a 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 6-cylinder 5.9L?
Yes. FEL-PRO HS 26218 PT is listed for the 2003-2009 Dodge Ram 2500 6-cylinder 5.9L, and for the 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500 with the same engine.
Do FEL-PRO head gaskets of this PermaTorque type need the head bolts retorqued?
No. FEL-PRO HS 26218 PT has a no-retorque design: its steel core helps eliminate the need for retorquing the head bolts.
What is the facing on this FEL-PRO cylinder head gasket set made of?
The facing is graphite or reinforced fiber, and the set has steel armor and a steel core for strength and durability.
What cylinder bore diameter is listed for this FEL-PRO cylinder head gasket?
The listed cylinder bore diameter is 4.265 inches.
Can this head gasket set seal surfaces that are not perfectly smooth?
Yes. It is designed for imperfect sealing surfaces, and its nonstick anti-friction coating seals small surface scratches and imperfections.
