Intake Gasket Set - SBF w/Steel Core

The Intake Gasket Set - SBF w/Steel Core (MPN 1250 S-3) is purpose-built for Small Block Ford engine builders and enthusiasts seeking reliable intake manifold sealing on modified and stock applications alike. This gasket kit addresses a critical vulnerability in classic and contemporary SBF platforms: inadequate sealing at the intake manifold interface, which can cause vacuum leaks, idle issues, and coolant weeping. Whether you're performing routine maintenance, upgrading to a performance intake manifold, or rebuilding after engine work, this steel-core gasket set delivers the durability required for both street and competition use.

Constructed with a steel core laminate measuring 0.065 inches thick, this intake gasket set features reinforced rectangular ports (1.2 x 2 inches) that maintain dimensional stability under thermal cycling and boost pressure. The steel-core construction resists blowout better than conventional composite gaskets, especially when paired with aggressive cam profiles, nitrous systems, or supercharger applications that elevate manifold pressures. The Printoseal material composition provides superior conformability to aluminum and cast-iron surfaces while maintaining integrity across the typical Small Block Ford operating temperature range, preventing the premature degradation and leakage common in budget alternatives.

Installation is straightforward: gasket sets are supplied complete and ready to install without additional machining or modification. Technicians benefit from the kit format, which ensures port alignment and eliminates guesswork during reassembly. This gasket set is compatible with all Small Block Ford platforms, including carbureted and EFI applications, and is equally at home on stock 289/302 engines, 347 stroker builds, and heavily modified 363-cubic-inch combinations. Proper surface preparation—cleaning and degreasing the manifold mounting surfaces—ensures optimal sealing performance and longevity.