Cometic Volkswagen 1.8L 20V Turbo EA827 82mm .036 inch MLS Head Gasket

This is the Cometic Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket for your Volkswagen 1.8L 20V Turbo EA827 engine. It's designed with an 82mm bore and a compressed thickness of .036 inches, ready to seal your cylinder head to the block. This gasket is built to handle the demands of high-output engines, offering a strong seal without needing additional sealants.

Cometic uses multiple layers of stainless steel for increased 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 surface finishes. This construction makes it suitable for mating aluminum heads to either aluminum or cast iron blocks, as it can manage the stresses between dissimilar metals. The center layer is stainless steel and can be varied to achieve different thicknesses, like the .036 inches in this specific gasket.

This gasket fits a range of vehicles, including models like the Audi A4, Audi TT, and Volkswagen Jetta. It's a well-built component designed for reliable sealing in performance applications.