Description
  • MLS gaskets are comprised of three layers of stainless steel
  • Stainless steel increases strength & allows the gasket to rebound
  • Stainless steel also is corrosion resistant
  • The outer layers of the gasket are embossed
  • The outer layers are coated on both sides with Viton
  • Designed to meet the demands of a variety of harsh sealing environments
  • Ideal for both aluminum heads to cast iron blocks & aluminum heads to aluminum blocks
  • Head gaskets under .060" thick are 3 layers
  • Head gaskets .060" & thicker gaskets are 5 layers

Cometic MLS (Multi-Layer Steel) Head Gaskets provide maximum sealing performance for today's high output engines and require no sealants. MLS gaskets are ideal for both aluminum heads to aluminum blocks and aluminum heads to cast iron blocks. They can withstand the shearing force created by the two materials. MLS gaskets have increased strength because they are comprised of multiple layers of stainless steel; which also creates the ability to rebound and resist corrosion. The outer layers are embossed and coated on both sides with Viton (a flouroelastomer rubber based material that is heat resistant to 250 C/ 482 F). Viton is designed to meet the demands of a variety of harsh sealing environments, load conditions, and surface finishes. The center or shim layer is uncoated stainless steel, which can be varied to accommodate multiple thickness requirements.

Specifications

Specification
Bore (in.)4.310 in.
Bore (mm)109.474mm
Gasket MaterialMulti-layer stainless steel
Compressed Thickness (in.)0.040 in.
Compressed Volume (cc)9.563cc
Lock WireNo
QuantitySold individually.
MakeChevrolet
Engine FamilyChevy big block Mark IV
Engine Sizes6.5L/396-7.4L/454
Years1965-1990
Application NotesDesigned for use with Brodix Big Duke/Big Brodie heads.
Item #CGSC5432-040
Mfg Part #C5432-040