Cometic Ford Duratech 2.3L 89.5mm Bore .080 inch MLS Head Gasket

This is a Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket specifically for Ford Duratech 2.3L engines with a 89.5mm bore, and it's built to a compressed thickness of .080 inches. It's designed to handle the demands of higher output engines and is suitable for applications using aluminum heads with either aluminum or cast iron blocks. Because it's made of multiple stainless steel layers, it's strong and can rebound to resist corrosion, making it a solid choice for many Ford and Mazda vehicles like the Ford Ranger, Ford Focus, and Mazda 3.

The outer layers of this gasket are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit. This coating ensures a good seal even under tough conditions and across different surface finishes. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied in thickness, which is how Cometic achieves the .080 inch compressed thickness for this particular gasket. These MLS gaskets don't require any additional sealants, simplifying the installation process.