Cometic Gasket
Cometic GM LS1 SB 4.100in Bore .040in MLS-5 Head Gasket - C5489-040
- SKU:
- CGSC5489-040
- UPC:
- 191070025113
- MPN:
- C5489-040
- Availability:
- Regularly stocked product
Description
What is the primary function of a head gasket?
The head gasket seals the cylinder head to the engine block, preventing combustion gases and coolant from mixing under extreme pressure.
Are Cometic head gaskets durable?
These head gaskets offer enhanced durability and resistance to blowouts, ensuring reliable performance under demanding engine conditions.
CG Head Gaskets deliver superior sealing and engine integrity, excelling in track/autocross use with scores up to 8. Featuring three to five layers of stainless steel with embossed outer layers, these head gaskets provide ultimate engine protection up to 482 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring peak performance.
Key Features
- three to five layers of stainless steel
- stainless steel for increased strength
- stainless steel for its ability to rebound and resist corrosion
- outer layers of the gasket are embossed
- coated on both sides with a Viton rubber material
- Viton coating is heat resistant to 250C or 482F
Why Choose the CG Head Gaskets
Delivers superior sealing and engine integrity under extreme conditions.
Achieves enhanced durability and resistance to blowouts for reliable performance.
Provides exceptional heat resistance, safeguarding your engine from thermal damage.
Transforms your engine's reliability with corrosion-proof materials for longevity.
Who Is This For?
Track / Autocross — 8/10
Stainless steel and Viton resist extreme heat.
Drag Racing — 8/10
Stainless steel strength withstands high engine loads.
Street Performance — 7/10
Viton coating resists heat for demanding use.
Racing Competition — 8/10
Stainless steel and Viton handle extreme conditions.
Engine Performance — 7/10
Resists heat and corrosion for engine integrity.
High Speed Desert Running — 7/10
Viton coating handles high engine temperatures.
Additional Resources
Important Notices
⚠️ Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and/or other substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Additional Information
Clearance Item: |
N |
MPN: |
C5489-040 |
Proposition 65: |
Y |
Case Lot Quantity: |
1 |
Category: |
Engine Components>Head Gaskets |
Product Level: |
Mid Range |
Track / Autocross: |
8/10 |
Drag Racing: |
8/10 |
Street Performance: |
7/10 |
Racing Competition: |
8/10 |
Engine Performance: |
7/10 |
High Speed Desert Running: |
7/10 |
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