Fuel Pump Gasket SBC

The Cometic Gaskets Fuel Pump Gasket SBC (C5389-032) is a precision-engineered composite gasket designed for Small Block Chevy fuel pump applications. This 0.032-inch thick gasket seals the critical interface between the fuel pump and mounting surface, preventing fuel leakage and maintaining system integrity under operating pressure and temperature fluctuations typical of street and performance engine builds.

Cometic's composite construction offers superior sealing properties compared to traditional cork or rubber gaskets, with resistance to fuel degradation and chemical attack from modern fuel blends. The 0.032-inch thickness is precisely specified to maintain proper fuel pump mounting geometry while ensuring consistent clamping force distribution. This gasket accommodates standard Small Block Chevy fuel pump bolt patterns without modification, making it a direct-fit replacement for worn or damaged original gaskets.

This gasket is essential for anyone rebuilding or maintaining a Small Block Chevy fuel system, whether for a stock restoration, street machine, or performance application. Fuel pump gasket failure leads to external leakage that compromises engine bay cleanliness and can create fire hazards in high-heat environments. By replacing aging gaskets proactively during fuel pump service or engine work, builders eliminate a common source of fuel system problems and ensure reliable pressure delivery to the carburetor or fuel injection system.