Cometic C10168-051 Multi-Layer Steel Head Gasket Bore Thick - 4.185 051

The Cometic C10168-051 is a premium multi-layer steel (MLS) head gasket engineered for high-performance and heavy-duty engine applications. This gasket features a 4.185-inch bore diameter with a compressed thickness of .051 inches (51 thousandths), providing exceptional sealing capability under extreme cylinder pressures and temperatures.

Key Features:

• Multi-layer steel construction with multiple layers of stainless steel for superior strength and durability
• 4.185-inch bore diameter with 4.205-inch gasket bore for optimal sealing surface
• .051-inch compressed thickness allows for precise compression ratio tuning
• Advanced MLS design accommodates engine movement and thermal expansion
• Viton rubber sealing beads around combustion chambers and fluid passages
• Stopper layer construction prevents gasket damage from excessive cylinder pressure
• Ideal for turbocharged, supercharged, and high-compression naturally aspirated engines

Cometic MLS head gaskets are a proven choice for performance engine builders, offering race-proven reliability with the ability to withstand extreme boost pressures and temperatures. The multi-layer design provides superior torque retention and reusability compared to traditional composite gaskets, making this an excellent choice for engines that will be disassembled and reassembled multiple times during tuning.