Mahle 1176TC Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 1176TC Cylinder Head Gasket

The Mahle 1176TC engine cylinder head gasket is an OEM-standard sealing solution for classic Ford and Mercury applications. Built with composite gasket material and a 0.04 in. (1.12 mm) thickness, it is specified for engines that need reliable combustion sealing and stable head-to-block contact.

Key Features

• Composite cylinder head gasket material for traditional engine sealing applications
• OEM-standard item grade for service and rebuild work
• 0.04 in. / 1.12 mm thickness
• 3.91 in. / 99.31 mm cylinder bore diameter
• No gasket sealant included
• Head gasket only, with no additional package contents listed

Detailed Description

Mahle 1176TC is an engine cylinder head gasket engineered for older Ford and Mercury engines that require a composite sealing surface. Mahle gaskets are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing performance in engine service work, and this part follows that same OE-standard approach. It is a direct-fit style head gasket for applications such as the Ford F-100, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, and Thunderbird, along with other listed classic vehicles. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 7999 PT for the same application.

What This Head Gasket Helps Address

• Combustion leakage between the cylinder head and engine block
• Coolant seepage at the head sealing surface
• Compression loss that can affect engine performance
• Oil transfer across the head-to-block interface
• Sealing issues during engine rebuild or head service

Installation Notes and Tips

• Confirm engine code, bore size, and gasket thickness before installation.
• Replace cylinder head bolts when using a composite engine cylinder head gasket, as noted in the fitment data.
• Inspect the cylinder head and block surfaces for flatness and cleanliness before assembly.
• Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque sequence and torque specifications during installation.
• Use proper coolant and oil service procedures after head gasket replacement.

Quality Assurance

Mahle is known for OE-level sealing products used across global engine service applications. The 1176TC is built to OEM-standard expectations for fit and sealing performance in classic Ford and Mercury engine repairs.

• Fits 1954-1965 Ford F-100, N/A
• Fits 1954-1965 Ford F-250, N/A
• Fits 1954-1965 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1955-1958 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1957-1962 Mercury Colony Park, N/A