What is the compressed thickness of this head gasket?

This Cometic MLS head gasket has a compressed thickness of 0.051 inches. This measurement is important for achieving the correct compression ratio in your engine build.

What type of engine configurations is this gasket designed for?

This gasket is specifically designed for hybrid B-series Honda engine setups that use a non-VTEC block combined with VTEC heads. It's also suitable for sealing aluminum heads to either aluminum or cast iron blocks.

Does this head gasket require any special sealants?

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

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C4237-051
UPC: 191070050030

Cometic Honda Hybrid LS/VTEC 81mm 90+ B18 w/ VTEC Head .051 inch MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic Honda Hybrid LS/VTEC 81mm 90+ B18 w/ VTEC Head .051 inch MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-honda-hybrid-ls-vtec-81mm-90-b18-w-vtec-head-051-inch-mls-t14-3600
Price: 106.52 USD
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Fits 1997-2001 Honda CR-V. This Cometic MLS head gasket is built for hybrid LS/VTEC setups, offering reliable sealing.

Key Features

Fits 1997-2001 Honda CR-V and 1988-1991 Honda Prelude.
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction offers increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Outer layers are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material rated to 482°F (250°C).
Compressed thickness is 0.051 inches.
Designed for hybrid engine setups with a non-VTEC block and VTEC heads.
Requires no additional sealants for installation.

⚠️ 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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About this part

Product Details

Cometic Gasket is known for making well-built sealing components, and this Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket is a prime example. If you're working on a Honda B-series engine with a non-VTEC block and VTEC head, like in a 1997-2001 CR-V or an '88-'91 Prelude, this gasket is designed to seal that specific hybrid setup. It's built to handle the demands of higher output engines without needing any extra sealants.

This gasket is constructed from multiple layers of stainless steel, which gives it strength and resistance to corrosion. The outer layers are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482°F (250°C) and works well with different block and head materials, including aluminum to aluminum or aluminum to cast iron. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied in thickness; in this case, it's set to a compressed thickness of 0.051 inches to achieve the desired compression ratio for your engine build.