What is the compressed thickness of this head gasket?

The compressed operating thickness for this Cometic MLS head gasket is 0.036 inches. This is achieved through the multi-layer steel design with a specific shim layer.

Does this gasket require any sealant?

No, Cometic MLS head gaskets are designed to provide maximum sealing performance without the need for additional sealants. The Viton coating on the outer layers ensures a reliable seal on its own.

What is the benefit of the Viton coating?

The Viton coating on the outer layers of the gasket is heat resistant up to 482°F (250°C). It's designed to meet the demands of harsh sealing environments and various surface finishes, ensuring a durable seal.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C4279-075

Cometic Ford Focus/Contour/ZX2 87mm Bore .075in MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic Ford Focus/Contour/ZX2 87mm Bore .075in MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-ford-focus-contour-zx2-87mm-bore-075in-mls-head-gasket-t14-701994
Price: 131.62 USD
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Cometic MLS head gasket for 2.0L Ford Zetec engines. Features Viton coating for heat resistance and maximum sealing.

Key Features

Fits a range of Ford and Mercury vehicles with the 2.0L Zetec engine.
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction offers increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Outer layers are coated on both sides with Viton, a heat-resistant elastomer.
Viton coating handles temperatures up to 482°F (250°C) and various sealing environments.
Designed for an 87mm bore and a compressed operating thickness of 0.036 inches.
No additional sealants are required for installation.

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Product Details

If you're rebuilding the top end of your Ford 2.0L Zetec engine, a good head gasket is crucial for sealing the combustion chamber and coolant passages. This Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) gasket from Cometic is built to handle the demands of these engines, offering a solid seal that won't break down under pressure.

Cometic constructs this gasket with multiple layers of stainless steel for increased strength and resistance to corrosion. The outer layers are coated on both sides with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482°F (250°C). This coating is designed to work well with various surface finishes and sealing environments, ensuring a reliable seal between your cylinder head and block, whether you have aluminum or cast iron components. The center shim layer is stainless steel and can be varied to achieve different compressed thicknesses, with this particular gasket having a compressed operating thickness of 0.036 inches.

This gasket is designed to fit a range of Ford and Mercury vehicles, including models like the Ford Focus, Contour, and Mercury Cougar, and is specifically made for an 87mm bore. It's a well-built option that doesn't require any additional sealants for installation.