Cometic Honda B16A2/B16A3/B17A1/B18C1/B18C5 .018in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 84mm Bore

This Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket from Cometic features a compressed operating thickness of 0.018 inches and an 84mm bore, making it a solid choice for rebuilding or repairing the engine in your 1994-2001 Acura Integra, or 1994-2000 Honda Civic models. It's built with multiple layers of stainless steel, which gives it strength and helps it resist corrosion and shearing forces, especially when mating aluminum heads to cast iron blocks. The outer layers are coated on both sides with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle tough sealing environments up to 482°F (250°C) and ensures a reliable seal without needing additional sealants.

The center layer is uncoated stainless steel and can be varied to meet different thickness requirements, though this specific gasket is set at 0.018 inches compressed. This construction makes it well-suited for high-output engines where sealing performance is critical. Because it's made from multiple layers of stainless steel, it has the ability to rebound, which helps maintain a consistent seal over time and under varying conditions.