What is the compressed thickness of this head gasket?

This Cometic MLS head gasket has a compressed operating thickness of .051 inches. This measurement is crucial for maintaining proper compression ratios in your engine.

Do I need to use sealant with this head gasket?

No, Cometic MLS head gaskets are designed to provide maximum sealing performance on their own and do not require additional sealants. The embossed Viton coating ensures a reliable seal.

What makes MLS gaskets suitable for mixed material blocks and heads?

MLS gaskets are made of multiple stainless steel layers, which gives them increased strength and the ability to rebound. This construction helps them withstand the shearing forces created when mating different materials like aluminum heads to cast iron blocks.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C5889-051
UPC: 191070008369

Cometic 2006+ GM LS7 7.0L 4.150 inch Bore .051 inch MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic 2006+ GM LS7 7.0L 4.150 inch Bore .051 inch MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-2006-gm-ls7-7-0l-4-150-inch-bore-051-inch-mls-head-gasket-t14-245990
Price: 98.85 USD
Availability: InStock

$98.85

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Fits 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette. Cometic MLS head gasket with Viton coating for reliable sealing on high-output engines.

Key Features

Fits 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Camaro.
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction offers increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Outer layers are embossed and coated with heat-resistant Viton rubber.
Compressed operating thickness is .051 inches.
Designed for high-output engines and requires no additional sealants.
Suitable for aluminum heads to aluminum blocks and aluminum heads to cast iron blocks.

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Fits these vehicles

Chevrolet Camaro 2014-2015
Chevrolet Corvette 2006-2013

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Product Details

This Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket is built with multiple embossed stainless steel layers, featuring an outer coating of Viton rubber. With a compressed operating thickness of .051 inches, it's designed to handle the demands of high-output engines like the GM LS7 7.0L, offering maximum sealing performance without needing additional sealants.

MLS gaskets are well-suited for combinations of aluminum heads with either aluminum or cast iron blocks, as they can effectively manage the shearing forces that arise between these different materials. The multiple stainless steel layers provide increased strength and resilience, helping the gasket rebound and resist corrosion. The Viton coating on the outer layers is a heat-resistant material, capable of withstanding up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit, making it ideal for harsh sealing environments and various surface finishes. The center layer is uncoated stainless steel, allowing for thickness variations to meet specific requirements.

This gasket is a solid option for your 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette, providing a durable seal for the 4.150 inch bore.