What does the .050in designation mean for this head gasket?

The .050in designation means this gasket is undersized by fifty-thousandths of an inch compared to a standard bore. This is often used when cylinders have been bored out slightly larger than stock during an engine rebuild.

What is HP shim technology?

HP shim technology refers to a design feature that increases the clamping force around the combustion chamber. This helps to create a stronger seal, particularly important for engines with open deck blocks.

What is Viton coating and why is it used on this gasket?

Viton is a type of synthetic rubber known for its excellent resistance to heat and oil. Coating the gasket with Viton helps it maintain a strong seal and resist degradation from engine fluids and high temperatures.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C15371-050
UPC: 191070412326

Cometic Ford Windsor V8 .050in MLX Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.100in Bore - Non-SVO

Name: Cometic Ford Windsor V8 .050in MLX Cylinder Head Gasket - 4.100in Bore - Non-SVO
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-ford-windsor-v8-050in-mlx-cylinder-head-gasket-4-100in-bo-t14-806409
Price: 129.27 USD
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Cometic Ford Windsor V8 .050in MLX head gasket for 4.100in bore engines. Features HP shim technology for improved sealability.

Key Features

Fits 76+ vehicle make/model combinations.
MLX head gasket for Ford Windsor V8 engines.
4.100 inch bore size.
.050 inch undersize for specific applications.
Features HP shim technology for increased clampload around the combustion chamber.
Embossed outer layers coated with Viton for improved sealing.

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Product Details

If you're rebuilding the top end of your Ford Windsor V8, getting the head gasket right is crucial for a solid seal. This Cometic MLX head gasket is specifically made for a 4.100 inch bore and is .050 inch undersize, designed to work with open deck blocks. It's a well-built component that helps ensure your engine runs smoothly after the rebuild.

The key here is the HP shim technology Cometic uses. It's designed to increase the clamping force around the combustion chamber, which really helps seal things up tight, especially on an open deck block. The outer layers are embossed and coated with Viton, a material known for its resistance to heat and oil, further improving the gasket's ability to hold a seal under pressure. This gasket fits a wide range of Ford V8 applications, including many Bronco, Econoline, and F-Series trucks from the 60s through the 90s.