Cometic Ford 385 Series .056in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.500in Bore

This is the Cometic Ford 385 Series Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) cylinder head gasket, designed with a 4.500 inch bore and a compressed thickness of .056 inches. It's built to handle the demands of high-output engines, providing a strong seal without needing additional sealants. This gasket is a solid option for rebuilding or upgrading engines in a wide range of Ford and Lincoln vehicles, including models like the Ford F-250, E-350 Econoline, and Lincoln Continental.

Cometic constructs these MLS 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 tough sealing environments and various surface finishes. The center shim layer is uncoated stainless steel, allowing for precise thickness control. This construction makes them suitable for applications with aluminum heads on either aluminum or cast iron blocks, as they can manage the shearing forces that can occur between different metals.