Cometic C8730-045 MLS Head Gasket Kit .045" 11mm Dowel Suzuki

The Cometic C8730-045 is a high-performance Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gasket kit designed for Suzuki GS/GSX series engines equipped with 11mm dowel pins. This precision-engineered gasket features a compressed thickness of .045 inches, providing reliable sealing for high-performance applications.

Advanced MLS Construction:

• Three to five layers of stainless steel for superior strength and durability
• Outer layers embossed and coated with Viton rubber for extreme temperature and chemical resistance
• Heat resistant coating withstands temperatures up to 482°F (250°C)
• Uncoated stainless steel center layer allows for precise thickness variations
• Stainless steel provides excellent rebound characteristics and corrosion resistance

Performance Benefits:

• Load Control Embossments (LCE) distribute torque evenly across the sealing surface
• Reduces bore distortion for improved piston ring seal and increased power
• Ideal for aluminum heads to cast iron blocks or aluminum-to-aluminum combinations
• Withstands shearing forces in demanding performance applications
• No sealants or re-torque required when properly installed on prepared surfaces

Cometic MLS gaskets are proven in professional and amateur motorsports, delivering championship-winning reliability. Compatible with naturally aspirated, turbocharged, supercharged, and nitrous applications. Designed specifically for use with 11mm dowel pin configurations.