Cometic C4102-098 MLS Cylinder Head Gasket Ford Kent Cosworth Lotus - 82mm 098

The Cometic C4102-098 is a precision-engineered Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) cylinder head gasket designed for classic Ford Kent engine applications. This gasket is compatible with Ford Pre-Crossflow OHV Kent, Crossflow OHV Kent, Cosworth BD Series, and Lotus Twin Cam engines, making it an ideal choice for vintage British motorsport builds and performance restorations.

The MLS construction features multiple layers of stainless steel, providing superior strength, excellent rebound characteristics, and exceptional corrosion resistance. The outer layers are embossed and coated with Viton, a fluoroelastomer rubber-based material that is heat resistant and designed to seal effectively across varying surface finishes and load conditions. The center shim layer is uncoated stainless steel which can be varied to accommodate multiple thickness requirements.

Key Specifications:

• Bore Size: 82mm (3.228")
• Compressed Thickness: .098" (2.49mm)
• Material: Multi-Layer Steel (MLS)
• Construction: Three-layer stainless steel design
• Coating: Viton-coated outer layers for superior sealing

This gasket is ideal for aluminum heads to cast iron blocks and aluminum heads to aluminum blocks, withstanding the shearing force created by the two materials. MLS gaskets provide maximum sealing performance for today's high output engines and require no sealants. The design is perfect for performance applications including Formula Ford, historic racing, and street-performance builds using these legendary British four-cylinder engines.

Whether you're restoring a vintage Lotus Elan, building a Formula Ford race engine, or maintaining a classic Ford Cortina with Cosworth or Lotus Twin Cam power, the Cometic C4102-098 delivers the reliability and performance sealing demanded by high-compression, high-output applications.