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VAC - M52tu / M54 Multi Layered Steel Head Gaskets (MLS)

$219.95

Purchase VAC - M52tu / M54 Multi Layered Steel Head Gaskets (MLS)

VAC - M52tu / M54 Multi Layered Steel Head Gaskets (MLS)

The permanent fix for BMW Head Gasket issues

Our VAC M52tu/M54 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.

As the M54 family of engines is part of the newer generation BMW engines that adopt OEM thickness of .030; these gaskets are available on a variety of thickness' from as thin as .024" up to .120".

We use these MLS gaskets on every performance engine we build.

  • OE M52tu & M54 size is expressed as .030"
  • Good when you need to drop, or equalize compression
  • Specify above if other than stock thickness is required
  • Does not damage head or block like cutting ring gaskets
  • Fits All BMW M52tu & M54 applications
  • We stock .030 through .080 to accommodate most all needs, thicker sizes are special order.

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 with an MLS gasket for best results.
-No silicone or gasket maker should be used along with these gaskets, except on timing case covers, etc.
-Our MLS gaskets go on dry. Copper spray is OK, but is not needed / recommended.
-For best possible results, your cylinder head mating surface must be clean and professionally resurfaced.
Applications Popular Recommended Thickness
Supercharged & Naturally Aspirated  .030-.040
Turbo (with OE compression pistons)  .080-.098

Purchase VAC - M52tu / M54 Multi Layered Steel Head Gaskets (MLS)

  • SKU: VAC-HG-M54-85
  • Thickness (in.): .030; .040; .050; .070; .080 (most popular for bolt on turbos); .098 (special order); .120 (special order); .140 (special order); Custom (type info below)
  • Engine Type: M52tu & M54

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