Restore compression and keep oil and coolant where they belong with a Platinum Head Gasket. The head gasket seals the joint between the cylinder head and engine block, and it has one of the toughest jobs in the engine. It must contain combustion pressure in each cylinder while also keeping the oil and coolant passages that run between the head and block completely separate from each other and from the combustion chambers.
Overheating is the most common cause of head gasket failure, though age, detonation and corroded or poorly maintained cooling systems can also take their toll. Warning signs include white smoke from the exhaust, unexplained coolant loss, overheating, milky or contaminated engine oil, bubbles in the radiator or coolant reservoir, loss of power and rough running caused by low compression. Driving with a blown head gasket can quickly lead to warped cylinder heads and serious engine damage, so it's best repaired as soon as symptoms appear.
Platinum head gaskets are precision engineered to match the bore size, coolant and oil port layout and bolt pattern of the original part for a direct replacement fit. Depending on the engine, they are made from high grade graphite with stainless steel bore bindings or Multi Layered Steel (MLS), a construction well suited to high combustion pressures and temperatures. For best results, fit with new head bolts where required and ensure the head and block surfaces are clean and flat before installation. Use the My Garage feature to confirm this head gasket suits your vehicle before ordering.
- Product Type - Cylinder Head Gasket
- Location - Cylinder head to engine block
- Material - Graphite with stainless steel bore bindings or MLS (application dependent)
- Fitment - Direct replacement for the original part
- Application - Vehicle specific, check fitment via My Garage
- Warranty - Refer to manufacturer's warranty
