Small Block Ford Race Se 260-289-302 62-82

The Small Block Ford Race SE 260-289-302 62-82 gasket set by FEL-PRO is engineered for high-performance racing and rebuild applications on classic small-block Ford engines spanning 1962 through 1982. Built to handle elevated combustion pressures and sustained RPM loads inherent to race engines, this complete gasket set addresses the critical sealing requirements that separate reliable competition powerplants from catastrophic failures. Whether you're freshening a 260, 289, or 302 cubic-inch engine for track duty or street performance, proper gasket selection is non-negotiable—inferior gaskets lead to oil weeping, coolant loss, and cylinder head separation under boost or nitrous.

FEL-PRO's race-spec gasket composition utilizes advanced elastomer and composite materials formulated to withstand thermal cycling and chemical exposure far exceeding street engine demands. The Small Block Ford Race SE set includes head gaskets with refined fire-ring geometry optimized for small-block combustion chamber architecture, along with intake, exhaust, timing cover, oil pan, and core plugs—all precisely dimensioned to OEM small-block Ford specifications across the 260/289/302 displacement range. Critical sealing surfaces are treated to prevent gasket creep, a phenomenon where metal-to-composite interfaces relax under sustained high heat, compromising long-term integrity on race engines that regularly see 6,500+ RPM operation.

This gasket set is ideal for engine builders, performance shops, and experienced enthusiasts undertaking complete engine overhauls on first-generation small-block Fords destined for drag racing, circle track, or road course competition. Installation requires proper block and head surface preparation—all sealing surfaces must be cleaned to bare metal and inspected for warpage or damage before assembly. The compact 12 x 16.9-inch package contains all gaskets needed for a complete small-block Ford rebuild, making it the single most critical consumable in any serious race engine build. For vehicles running forced induction, alcohol fuel, or nitrous oxide systems, FEL-PRO race gaskets provide the margin of safety necessary to prevent catastrophic engine failure during peak power events.