Cometic Honda K20A2/K20A3/K20Z1/K24A1 .023in MLS Cylinder Head Gasket - 87mm Bore

This Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket is what you get when you need a solid seal for your Honda K-series engine. It's specifically designed for the K20A2, K20A3, K20Z1, and K24A1 engines, and this particular gasket has an 87mm bore and a compressed thickness of .036 inches, starting from a .023 inch base thickness. It's built to handle the demands of high-output engines without needing any extra sealants, making it a straightforward choice for rebuilding or refreshing your top end.

What makes these MLS gaskets so effective is their construction. They're made from multiple layers of stainless steel, which gives them strength and the ability to rebound, helping them resist corrosion. The outer layers are embossed and coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit. This Viton coating is tough and works well with different engine block and head materials, like aluminum heads on cast iron blocks, because it can manage the stress that comes from those combinations. The center layer is plain stainless steel, and Cometic uses different thicknesses for this layer to achieve various final gasket thicknesses, like the .036 inch compressed thickness you get with this part.