VAC Performance MLS/Multi Layered Steel Head Gasket (BMW M42/M44)

The permanent fix for BMW Head Gasket issues

Our VAC Multi Layered Steel Head Gaskets are designed to withstand much higher combustion pressures than OE factory head gasket, as well as other conventional or modified head gaskets.

Made to the finest specifications and run all around the world on the street and in various motorsports; they are made from a minimum of 5 layers of which the outer layers are coated with a patented type of material to ensure proper sealing of fluids. This design ensures a complete combustion chamber seal and elimination of failure due to weak factory gaskets blowing out under boost or high performance use. These gaskets are available on a variety of thickness' from as thin as .024" up to .140". We use these on every performance engine we build.

• OE size is expressed as .070"
• Good when you need to drop, or sometimes even increase compression
• Specify above if other than stock thickness is required
• Does not damage head or block like cutting ring gaskets
• Fits All BMW M42 & M44 applications

With our wide variety of in-stock gaskets, worrying about having a custom gasket made is no longer an issue. For special needs, please call or email.

VAC Tech & Install Notes:

• We strongly recommend the use of ARP studs when fastening the head to the block for best results along with MLS gaskets.
• M42 / M44 gasket requires that the front seal be addressed when running a thicker head gasket: the head gaskets do not cover the front section and therefor, the OEM 'rubber' type front gasket is easily sealed by a small bead of liquid gasket maker.
• For best posible results, your cylinder head mating surface must be cleaned and professionally resurfaced, along with the timing cover.