Mahle 3029 Engine Cylinder Head Gasket

Mahle 3029 Cylinder Head Gasket

The Mahle 3029 engine cylinder head gasket is an OEM-standard composite gasket built for reliable sealing in classic Chrysler applications. It is specified with a 0.06 in. (1.56 mm) thickness and an 88.90 mm (3.50 in.) cylinder bore diameter for the listed fitments.

Compatible with 1942 and 1946-1954 Chrysler Town & Country and 1950-1954 Chrysler Newport applications, this Mahle 3029 head gasket supports proper combustion sealing and coolant/oil separation in the cylinder head assembly.

Key Features

• Composite cylinder head gasket material for OEM-style sealing performance
• 0.06 in. / 1.56 mm thickness
• 3.50 in. / 88.90 mm cylinder bore diameter
• OEM Standard item grade
• Head gasket only; sealant not included
• Mahle 3029 for classic Chrysler engine service

Detailed Description

Mahle 3029 is a composite engine cylinder head gasket made for the Chrysler Newport and Chrysler Town & Country applications listed in the fitment data. Mahle gaskets are widely used by OEMs and technicians for sealing applications that require consistent compression, accurate bore alignment, and dependable sealing across the cylinder head interface. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 7688C for the same application.

Use this gasket when servicing 1942 Chrysler Town & Country, 1946-1954 Chrysler Town & Country, or 1950-1954 Chrysler Newport engines that call for the specified composite head gasket dimensions. The Mahle 3029 part number is also a useful reference when sourcing an OE-standard replacement for these vintage Chrysler engine repairs.

What It Helps Address

• Coolant leakage at the cylinder head sealing surface
• Compression loss between the head and engine block
• Oil and coolant cross-contamination from a failed head gasket
• Combustion sealing issues in the cylinder head area
• Service replacement needs for listed Chrysler Newport and Town & Country engines

Installation Notes and Tips

• Confirm engine bore 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 service manual for torque sequence and torque specifications.
• Verify the application by year, make, and model before ordering Mahle 3029.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and professional technicians worldwide. The 3029 head gasket is built to OEM-standard expectations for material selection and fitment accuracy in the listed Chrysler applications.