What is the compressed thickness of this head gasket?

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

What kind of engines is this gasket designed for?

This gasket is specifically made for GM Dart and Brodix Small Block V8 engines. It's built to handle the sealing demands of high-output applications.

Does this gasket require any sealant?

No, Cometic MLS head gaskets are designed to provide maximum sealing performance on their own and do not require any additional sealants.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C5215-070
UPC: 191070481230

Cometic GM Dart/Brodix Small Block V8 .070in / 4.270in Bore / 4.500in Bore Center MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic GM Dart/Brodix Small Block V8 .070in / 4.270in Bore / 4.500in Bore Center MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-gm-dart-brodix-small-block-v8-070in-4-270in-bore-4-500in--t14-522090
Price: 141.79 USD
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Cometic GM Dart/Brodix Small Block V8 .070in MLS Head Gasket. Built with multiple stainless steel layers and Viton coating for high-output engines.

Key Features

Fits a wide range of GM Dart/Brodix Small Block V8 engines from 1980-1986.
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction offers increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Outer layers are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant elastomer rated up to 482 F.
Designed for high-output engines and requires no additional sealants.
Works effectively with both aluminum heads to aluminum blocks and aluminum heads to cast iron blocks.
Compressed operating thickness is 0.036 inches.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Product Details

Cometic Gasket is known for making well-built sealing solutions for performance engines. This Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket is designed for GM Dart and Brodix small block V8 engines, fitting a wide range of vehicles from 1980 through 1986, including models like the Chevrolet Camaro and GMC C1500. It's built to handle the demands of high-output applications, ensuring a solid seal between your cylinder heads and engine block.

This gasket uses 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 degrees Fahrenheit. This coating helps create a reliable seal even under tough conditions and works well with both aluminum and cast iron blocks. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied to achieve different compressed thicknesses; this particular gasket has a compressed thickness of 0.036 inches and is designed for a bore size of 4.270 inches.