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Genuine Ford Parts | Head Gasket Full Kit | Ford Fiesta MK6 ST150

Genuine Ford Parts | Head Gasket Full Kit | Ford Fiesta MK6 ST150

SKU: GFPHGSST150

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Technical Specification: Genuine Ford OE Gasket Set w/ MLS Head Gasket for ST150 Duratec MAZDA HE

 

Core Component: Ford Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) Cylinder Head Gasket (Gen 3 Technology)

 

This is not a traditional composite gasket. The Genuine Ford OE head gasket is an advanced Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) assembly, representing the third-generation of this technology as applied to high-performance, small-displacement Ford engines. It is the direct, factory-specified replacement for the Ford Fiesta ST150's 2.0L Duratec MAZDA HE engine, designed to manage the specific thermal and pressure dynamics of this high-compression, high-revving naturally aspirated unit.

 

Unique Technical Design & Rationale:

 

  • Tri-Layer Steel Construction: The gasket is formed from three ultra-thin, laser-welded layers of embossed, annealed (softened) spring steel.

    • Function: This creates a "live seal" that dynamically accommodates the different thermal expansion rates between the compacted graphite iron (CGI) cylinder block and the aluminum alloy cylinder head—a critical challenge in modern engine design. The embossments act as micro-springs, maintaining sealing force as components heat up and cool down.

  • Fluoroelastomer Micro-Coating: Each steel layer is coated with a precisely applied, vulcanized fluoroelastomer (FKM) material (e.g., Viton®) in a sub-10-micron layer.

    • Function: This coating fills microscopic machining grooves (RA finish) on the block and head surfaces, creating an immediate, low-clamp-force seal for combustion gases and coolant at startup. It cures in-situ with heat, enhancing long-term seal integrity without the need for abrasive, fiber-based facing materials that can wear.

  • Combustion Aperture Design: The cylinder bore apertures feature a patented double-stop design.

    • Function: The outermost steel layer extends slightly beyond the inner layers, creating a robust physical barrier against flame propagation and hot gas erosion at the most thermally stressed point. This is crucial for the ST150's 10.8:1 compression ratio.

  • Coolant & Oil Passage Sealing: Utilizes a combination of full-perimeter rubber bead moldingvulcanized directly onto the steel layers around all fluid passages.

    • Function: This provides a homogeneous, compressible seal specifically for coolant and oil, preventing the electrolytic corrosion and "cold weld" issues that can occur when dissimilar metals (Al head, Fe block) are in direct contact with coolant through a traditional gasket.

 

Why OE is Critical for the ST150:
The Duratec HE's head and block have unique, optimized surface finishes (RA values). The genuine Ford MLS gasket is engineered to mate perfectly with this specific micro-texture. Using a non-OE MLS gasket, even of similar construction, risks improper seating due to mismatched surface interaction, leading to premature failure.

Complete Kit Integrity:
This gasket set ensures system-wide compatibility and sealing harmony. The included components are formulated to work in concert with the MLS head gasket's thermal and mechanical behavior:

  • Valve Stem Oil Seals: PTFE-coated, high-temperature fluoroelastomer seals designed for precise hot oil control at sustained high RPM.

  • Thermostat Housing Gasket: Molded silicone rubber capable of withstanding repeated thermal cycling and EGT (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) coolant temperatures.

  • Intake Manifold Gaskets: Composite design providing an optimal seal for both air and vacuum passages, critical for accurate Mass Air Flow (MAF) and Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor readings.

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