Cometic Ford 385 Series .030in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.670in Bore

When you're rebuilding the top end of your Ford 385 Series engine, getting the cylinder head gasket seated correctly is crucial for sealing combustion and coolant passages. This Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) gasket from Cometic is built to handle the demands of high-output applications, ensuring a solid seal between your cylinder head and engine block.

Cometic constructs these gaskets using multiple layers of stainless steel for increased strength and resistance to corrosion. The outer layers are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit, making it ideal for sealing against both aluminum and cast iron blocks. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied in thickness to achieve the desired compressed operating thickness, which is .030 inches for this specific gasket. This design means you don't need additional sealants, and it's built to withstand the forces created when mating different block and head materials.

This gasket fits a wide range of Ford and Lincoln vehicles from the late 60s through the mid-90s, including models like the Ford F-250 and E-350 Econoline. Make sure to check the fitment data to confirm it's the right choice for your specific application.