Apex AHS4052 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Set

Apex AHS4052 Cylinder Head Gasket Set

The Apex AHS4052 engine cylinder head gasket set is built for specific Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications from the early 1980s through 1986. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for owners servicing the top end of the engine on vehicles such as the Ford Mustang, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Cougar.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head gasket set for sealing the cylinder head to the engine block
• Fits 1982-1986 Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications listed below
• Part number AHS4052 for accurate ordering and catalog matching
• Compatible with select Ford LTD, Mustang, Thunderbird, Capri, Cougar, Marquis, F-100, and Lincoln Continental models

Detailed Description

Apex AHS4052 is an engine cylinder head gasket set for service work on select 1982-1986 Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. This set is used during cylinder head removal and reassembly to restore the sealing interface between the cylinder head and engine block. It is a practical choice when replacing worn gaskets during engine repair on a Ford Mustang, Ford Thunderbird, or Mercury Cougar, and it also covers additional listed applications including the Ford LTD, Mercury Capri, Mercury Marquis, Ford F-100, and Lincoln Continental. This part number, AHS4052, should be matched to the vehicle application before installation.

What It Is Used For

• Head gasket leakage at the cylinder head-to-block sealing surface
• Compression loss caused by worn or damaged sealing components
• Coolant or oil seepage associated with top-end engine service
• Engine teardown repairs requiring replacement gaskets during reassembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly before assembly and inspect the cylinder head and block for warpage or damage. Follow the factory torque sequence and torque specifications for the engine, and verify that every gasket in the set matches the exact application before installation. Confirm fitment for your specific Ford, Mercury, or Lincoln model and build date, especially 1986 vehicles noted as TO 01/15/86.

Quality Assurance

Apex identifies this component by part number AHS4052 for catalog accuracy and application matching. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 1986 Ford LTD, N/A, TO 01/15/86
• Fits 1983-1985 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1986 Ford Mustang, N/A, TO 01/15/86
• Fits 1983-1985 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 1986 Ford Thunderbird, N/A, TO 01/15/86
• Fits 1982-1985 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1986 Mercury Capri, N/A, TO 01/15/86
• Fits 1983-1985 Mercury Capri, N/A
• Fits 1986 Mercury Cougar, N/A, TO 01/15/86
• Fits 1982-1985 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1986 Mercury Marquis, N/A, TO 01/15/86
• Fits 1983-1985 Mercury Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1982-1983 Ford F-100, N/A
• Fits 1982 Lincoln Continental, N/A