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MAHLE 3978 Cylinder Head Gasket for Ford 429 460 Engines

(Ford F-150 1975-79, Mustang 1970-71, F-250 1973-79, 1983-96, Thunderbird 1968-76, F-350 1973-79, 1983-97, Galaxie 500 1968-74 + 47 more models)

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Part Number

3978
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$23.66

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Product Details

The MAHLE 3978 is an engine cylinder head gasket designed for Ford 429 (7.0L) and 460 (7.5L) engines commonly found in trucks and industrial applications. MAHLE Original gaskets meet or exceed original equipment specifications, providing premium sealing solutions with OE equivalent or better materials.

Key Features:

  • OE fit design that leads in form, fit, and function with nearly 99% of gaskets performing as good or better than original
  • Manufactured to OEM specifications used by automotive manufacturers worldwide for reliable sealing performance
  • Packaged in shrink-wrapped tray for added security and part verification
  • Engineered to withstand extreme temperatures, high internal pressures, and exposure to coolants and lubricants
  • Sold individually; may require new head bolts depending on application

MAHLE's engineering expertise and commitment to quality make this head gasket an excellent choice for engine rebuilds and repairs. This gasket provides the critical seal between the cylinder head and engine block, preventing combustion gases, coolant, and oil from leaking.

Products specifications

Fits

Ford F-150 1975-79, Mustang 1970-71, F-250 1973-79, 1983-96, Thunderbird 1968-76, F-350 1973-79, 1983-97, Galaxie 500 1968-74, F-100 1973-77, 1979, Fairlane 1970, Ranchero 1970-77, Torino 1970-76, F53 1988-97, Falcon 1970 + 41 more models

Additional Package Contents

Head Gasket

Cylinder Head Gasket Material

Nitroseal

Cylinder Bore Diameter

4.5

Gasket Sealant Included

No

Thickness

0.04

Material

Composite

Item Grade

OEM Standard

Package Quantity

1

Cylinder Head Gasket Material

Graphite

great

Very fast service

fairly easy to do

So far, so good!

These guys had great pricing and got my order to me very quickly. I would do business with them again for sure!

Products looks great. Have not had a chance to check fit yet

So far so good. Fast, easy and no gimmicks.

Fast Shipping, Great price, Parts were well packed

good price, 20% off was a bit deceiving

Easy ordering and great product lines. Emailed for an update on a item shipping from the manufacturer warehouse and it took about a week to get any response but it did come thru and the item is on its way.

So far so good

Excellent prices, but after a week and a half of hearing nothing I called to find out that my item, the customer service rep said it had been back ordered and I would receive an email once it shipped...my item arrived the next day and I received the shipping email four days later, no big deal just takes a while to get items, but you cannot beat the prices!

The prices and selection are best. The cutomer service rep. did a good job in handling all my questions, and placed my order. I will be using Autoplicity for all my auto parts.

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