What is the benefit of Viton coating on a head gasket?

Viton is a heat-resistant rubber material that can withstand high temperatures, up to 482°F. This helps the gasket maintain its sealing integrity under the extreme heat found in the engine's combustion chambers.

Why are Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gaskets preferred for performance engines?

MLS gaskets are made from multiple layers of stainless steel, which makes them stronger and more resistant to corrosion than single-layer gaskets. This construction allows them to better handle the high pressures and temperatures found in performance applications.

Does this gasket require any sealant during installation?

No, this Cometic MLS head gasket is designed for maximum sealing performance and does not require any additional sealants. It's engineered to create a solid seal on its own.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C4198-040
UPC: 191070027377

Cometic Honda Prelude 88mm 92-96 2.2LTR VTEC .040 inch MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic Honda Prelude 88mm 92-96 2.2LTR VTEC .040 inch MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-honda-prelude-88mm-92-96-2-2ltr-vtec-040-inch-mls-head-ga-t14-7008
Price: 103.32 USD
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Fits 1993-1996 Honda Prelude. This Cometic MLS head gasket uses a Viton coating for improved sealing performance.

Key Features

Fits 1993-1996 Honda Prelude.
This is a Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket for the Honda H22A1/A2 2.2L VTEC engine.
It has a 0.040 inch compressed operating thickness and an 88mm bore.
The outer layers are embossed and coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material.
MLS construction offers increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Designed for maximum sealing performance and requires no sealants.

⚠️ 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

The outer layers of this Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket are coated with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material that can handle temperatures up to 482°F. This is important because head gaskets are constantly exposed to high heat and pressure cycles, especially in performance-oriented engines like the Honda H22A1/A2 found in your 1993-1996 Prelude.

MLS gaskets are well-built for high-output engines because they're made from multiple layers of stainless steel. This construction gives them increased strength and the ability to rebound, which helps them resist corrosion and maintain a solid seal. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied to achieve different thicknesses, like the 0.040 inch compressed operating thickness on this specific gasket. This design works well for sealing aluminum heads to either aluminum or cast iron blocks, as it can handle the shearing forces that can occur between different metals.

Because this gasket is designed for maximum sealing performance, it doesn't require any additional sealants. It's a direct fit for the 2.2L VTEC engines in the specified Prelude models.