The Cometic fiber oil pump drive cover gasket for Ford 8BA/8CM Flathead V8 is a .031in seal for 1948–1953 applications. Constructed from AFM material—nitrile synthetic rubber bonded to an aluminum core—it resists temperatures above 250°F and maintains roughly 85% recovery for consistent torque retention. Fully cured and fluid-resistant, the gasket meets quality expectations for period-correct engine rebuilds and helps ensure reliable oil pump cover sealing without sealers.
Cometic Ford 8BA/8CM Flathead V8 .031in Fiber Oil Pump Drive Cover Gasket - 1948-1953