Fel-Pro 1021 Steel core laminate Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

This is the Fel-Pro 1021 steel core laminate head gasket, a solid choice for your Ford 302 or 351W engine, especially if you're dealing with less-than-perfect sealing surfaces. Fel-Pro builds these gaskets specifically for the realities of engine repair, meaning they're made to seal reliably even when the block or head isn't perfectly flat.

What makes this gasket stand out is its construction. It features a steel core for strength, which also helps eliminate the need to re-torque the head bolts after installation, a common step with some other gasket types. The facing material is graphite or reinforced fiber, and it has precise embossed sealing beads, called Printoseal, right where they matter most to prevent leaks. Plus, there's a special non-stick coating that helps seal up any tiny imperfections on the mating surfaces.

If you're rebuilding the top end of your Ford V8 and want a gasket that's known for working well in real-world repair situations, this Fel-Pro 1021 is a dependable option.