What is the compressed thickness of this head gasket?

The compressed operating thickness of this Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket is .056 inches. This is the thickness after the gasket has been properly torqued down during installation.

Can I use this gasket with aluminum heads and a cast iron block?

Yes, this Cometic MLS head gasket is designed to work with both aluminum heads on aluminum blocks, and aluminum heads on cast iron blocks. The multi-layer steel construction helps manage the stresses between different metals.

Does this head gasket come with any hardware or sealant?

This head gasket is designed as a direct replacement and does not require additional sealants due to its Viton coating and multi-layer steel construction. The product listing does not indicate that any installation hardware is included.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C5919-056
UPC: 191070521837

Cometic Chrysler LA V8 .056in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.180in Bore - With 318 A Head

Name: Cometic Chrysler LA V8 .056in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.180in Bore - With 318 A Head
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-chrysler-la-v8-056in-mls-cylinder-head-gasket-4-180in-bor-t14-805428
Price: 147.53 USD
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Cometic Chrysler LA V8 Multi-Layer Steel head gasket. .056in thickness, 4.180in bore. For high output engines.

Key Features

This product fits a wide range of Chrysler LA V8 engines, including models like the Dodge D150 Pickup and Chrysler Newport.
Constructed with multiple layers of stainless steel for increased strength and resistance to corrosion.
Features embossed outer layers coated with Viton, a heat-resistant elastomer rated up to 482 F.
Has a bore size of 4.180 inches and a compressed thickness of .056 inches.
Designed for use with 318 A heads.
Suitable for both aluminum-to-aluminum and aluminum-to-cast iron head and block combinations.

⚠️ 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 is a Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket designed for Chrysler LA V8 engines. It has a bore size of 4.180 inches and a compressed thickness of .056 inches, specifically for use with 318 A heads. MLS gaskets are built with multiple layers of stainless steel, giving them the strength to handle high-output engines and the ability to rebound and resist corrosion. They are suitable for mating aluminum heads to aluminum blocks, or aluminum heads to cast iron blocks, as they can manage the shearing forces that can occur between different metals.

The outer layers of this gasket are embossed and coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit. Viton is chosen for its ability to seal effectively in tough conditions, under various loads, and on different surface finishes. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied in thickness to meet different sealing requirements. Because of their construction, these MLS gaskets do not require any additional sealants for installation.