What is the compressed thickness of this head gasket?

This Cometic MLS head gasket has a compressed operating thickness of 0.036 inches. The overall thickness before compression is .070 inches.

Does this head gasket require any sealant?

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

What is Viton and why is it used on this gasket?

Viton is a heat-resistant rubber material that can withstand high temperatures up to 482°F (250°C). It's used on the outer layers of this gasket to ensure a reliable seal in demanding engine conditions and on various surface finishes.

Specifications

Brand: Cometic Gasket
Part #: C4553-070
UPC: 191070115395

Cometic Honda Prelude H23A 87.5mm Bore .070 inch MLS Head Gasket

Name: Cometic Honda Prelude H23A 87.5mm Bore .070 inch MLS Head Gasket
Brand: Cometic Gasket
SKU: cometic-gasket-cometic-honda-prelude-h23a-87-5mm-bore-070-inch-mls-head-gasket-t14-167911
Price: 134.43 USD
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Fits 1992-1996 Honda Prelude. Cometic H23A MLS head gasket with 87.5mm bore and .070" thickness for reliable sealing.

Key Features

Fits 1992-1996 Honda Prelude.
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction offers increased strength and corrosion resistance.
Features an 87.5mm bore and a compressed thickness of 0.036 inches (.070 inch overall).
Outer layers are coated on both sides with Viton, a heat-resistant rubber material.
Designed for high-output engines and requires no additional sealants.
Suitable for use with aluminum heads to aluminum blocks or cast iron blocks.

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Will it fit your car?

Fits these vehicles

Honda Prelude 1992-1996

About this part

Product Details

If you're working on the H23A engine in your 1992-1996 Honda Prelude and need a new head gasket, this Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) gasket from Cometic is a solid option. MLS gaskets are built for high-output engines and are designed to seal effectively without needing any extra sealants, making installation more straightforward. They work well whether you have aluminum heads with an aluminum block or aluminum heads with a cast iron block, as the multiple steel layers can handle the stresses between different metals.

This particular gasket is constructed with 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°F (250°C). This coating helps ensure a good seal across various conditions and surface finishes. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied in thickness to meet different engine build requirements; this one has a compressed thickness of 0.036 inches and an 87.5mm bore, with an overall thickness of .070 inches.