What does the '.030 inch' in the product name refer to?

The '.030 inch' refers to the compressed thickness of the head gasket once it's installed. This specific thickness is important for maintaining the correct compression ratio and valve-to-piston clearance in your engine.

Do I need to use any sealant with this gasket?

No, this Cometic MLS head gasket is designed to provide maximum sealing performance on its own. The embossed outer layers coated with Viton are intended to create a reliable seal without the need for additional sealants.

What is Viton and why is it used on this gasket?

Viton is a type of heat-resistant rubber material. It's used on the outer layers of this gasket because it can withstand high temperatures and harsh sealing environments, ensuring a durable and effective seal for high-output engines.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C5969-030
UPC: 191070019945

Cometic 05+ Ford 4.6L 3 Valve LHS 94mm Bore .030 inch MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic 05+ Ford 4.6L 3 Valve LHS 94mm Bore .030 inch MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-05-ford-4-6l-3-valve-lhs-94mm-bore-030-inch-mls-head-gask-t14-271223
Price: 135.92 USD
Availability: InStock

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Cometic MLS head gasket for Ford 4.6L 3V engines. This 0.030" thick gasket ensures a solid seal for high-output applications.

Key Features

Fits 2005+ Ford 4.6L 3-valve engines.
Left Side (LHS) specific gasket.
94mm bore diameter.
0.030 inch compressed thickness.
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction for strength and corrosion resistance.
Outer layers are coated with heat-resistant Viton rubber.

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Product Details

If you're working on a Ford 4.6L 3-valve engine from 2005 or later, this Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket is built to handle the job. It's specifically designed for the left-hand side (LHS) of the engine and features a 94mm bore with a compressed thickness of 0.030 inches. This gasket is a solid choice for engines that see a lot of action, whether it's a performance build or just a reliable daily driver.

Cometic builds these MLS gaskets with multiple layers of stainless steel, which gives them the strength to resist shearing forces, especially when mating aluminum heads to iron blocks. The outer layers are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle tough sealing environments and varying surface finishes. This construction means you don't need any extra sealants; the gasket itself is designed to provide maximum sealing performance for high-output engines. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied in thickness, which is how Cometic achieves the specific 0.030" compressed thickness for this part.

This gasket fits a range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including models like the Ford Explorer, Mustang, and F-150. It's a well-built component designed to keep your engine sealed up tight.