What is Cometic's Aluminum Foamet material?

Aluminum Foamet is a material Cometic uses that bonds nitrile foam rubber to an aluminum core. This creates a gasket that is both rigid and compressible, allowing it to form a good seal.

What does AFM mean in relation to this gasket?

AFM stands for Anti-Freeze Management. This gasket is specifically designed for water pumps that utilize this system to help regulate coolant flow and engine temperature.

Does this gasket come with any hardware?

This product is for the water pump cover plate gasket only. It does not include any mounting bolts or other hardware; those would need to be sourced separately if required.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C5663-032
UPC: 191070439156

Cometic Ford 302/351W Windsor V8 .032in AFM Water Pump Cover Plate Gasket - SVO

Name: Cometic Ford 302/351W Windsor V8 .032in AFM Water Pump Cover Plate Gasket - SVO
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-ford-302-351w-windsor-v8-032in-afm-water-pump-cover-plate-t14-806654
Price: 12.97 USD
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Cometic Ford 302/351W Windsor V8 .032in AFM Water Pump Cover Plate Gasket - SVO. Ensures a proper seal for your water pump.

Key Features

Fits 1969-1974 Ford and Mercury vehicles with 302/351W Windsor V8 engines.
Cometic Aluminum Foamet material combines nitrile foam rubber with an aluminum core for a rigid yet compressible gasket.
Measures .032 inches thick.
Designed for AFM (Anti-Freeze Management) water pumps.
Helps prevent coolant leaks from the water pump cover plate.

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Product Details

This is the Cometic Water Pump Cover Plate Gasket for Ford 302 and 351 Windsor V8 engines. It's designed to seal the water pump cover plate, preventing coolant leaks and ensuring your engine stays properly cooled. This gasket is specifically made for AFM (Anti-Freeze Management) water pumps and measures .032 inches thick.

Cometic uses their Aluminum Foamet material for this gasket. This construction bonds a nitrile foam rubber to an aluminum core, creating a gasket that's rigid yet compressible. This combination helps it conform to sealing surfaces, providing a reliable seal even under engine operating conditions. It's a well-built part that fits right for its intended application.

This gasket fits a wide range of Ford and Mercury vehicles from the late 60s and early 70s, including models like the Ford Mustang, Mercury Cougar, and Ford Torino. Make sure to check the fitment details to confirm it's the right part for your specific vehicle.