What is the compressed thickness of this gasket?

The compressed operating thickness of this Cometic MLS head gasket is 0.036 inches. This is the thickness after the gasket has been installed and torqued down.

Does this gasket require any sealant?

No, Cometic MLS (Multi-Layer Steel) head gaskets are designed to provide maximum sealing performance on their own and do not require additional sealants.

What is the advantage of the Viton coating on the outer layers?

The Viton rubber coating on the outer layers provides excellent heat resistance, up to 482°F (250°C). It's designed to handle harsh sealing environments and various load conditions effectively.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C5273-032
UPC: 191070443634

Cometic Chevy Gen-1 Small Block V8 .032in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.200in Bore

Name: Cometic Chevy Gen-1 Small Block V8 .032in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.200in Bore
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-chevy-gen-1-small-block-v8-032in-mls-cylinder-head-gasket-t14-806179
Price: 97.74 USD
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Cometic Chevy Gen-1 Small Block V8 .032in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.200in Bore. This multi-layer steel gasket offers strong sealing for high-output engines.

Key Features

This product is a single Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) cylinder head gasket.
It features a 4.200-inch bore size.
The gasket has a compressed operating thickness of 0.036 inches.
Outer layers are embossed and coated on both sides with Viton for heat resistance up to 482°F (250°C).
Constructed from multiple layers of stainless steel for increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Designed for high-output engines and does not require additional sealants.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Product Details

This product is a single Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) cylinder head gasket. It's designed with a 4.200-inch bore and a compressed operating thickness of 0.036 inches, making it suitable for a wide range of Chevrolet Gen-1 Small Block V8 engines, including those found in vehicles like the 1980-1986 Chevrolet C10 and 1980-1982 Chevrolet Corvette.

The gasket is constructed from multiple layers of stainless steel for increased strength and resistance to shearing forces, especially when mating aluminum heads to cast iron blocks. The outer layers are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material capable of handling temperatures up to 482°F (250°C) and designed to perform well in demanding sealing environments. The center layer is uncoated stainless steel, allowing for variations in thickness to meet specific requirements. These MLS gaskets are built to provide maximum sealing performance for high-output engines and do not require additional sealants.