{"product_id":"5150-5150-autosport-head-gasket-head-stud-kit-bmw-s54","title":"5150 AutoSport Head Gasket \u0026 Head Stud Kit, BMW S54","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut Ring Head Gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SCE Cut Ring Head Gasket is a direct replacement for BMW part #11127835918, designed for the S54 inline-six engine. Standard OEM and MLS gaskets can only withstand limited cylinder pressure before leaking, making this gasket ideal for applications exceeding 16+ psi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA failing head gasket can cause overheating, power loss, misfires, or catastrophic engine failure. This gasket is made from high-quality reinforced M0115 material, an asbestos-free, OE-approved composite known for durability. Its AISI 304 stainless steel rings embed into the aluminum head for superior sealing, making it ideal for nitrous or turbo setups exceeding 2 bar boost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsure cylinder head and block surfaces are clean, flat, and debris-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlign the gasket properly on the engine block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall the cylinder head and secure head bolts or studs per manufacturer torque specs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo NOT use additional sealants, as the gasket includes a Viton rubber sealant coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMLS Head Gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cometic MLS Head Gasket replaces BMW part #11127835918 for S54 engines in E46 M3, E36\/7 Z3 M, Z4 M Coupe\/Roadster, and E46 M3 CSL. It is a high-performance alternative for supercharged and turbocharged builds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS54 engines have an 87mm bore and a stock gasket thickness of 0.027 inches. MLS gaskets provide superior sealing, resist shearing forces, and reduce bore distortion. Constructed from multiple stainless-steel layers, they are corrosion-resistant and can withstand extreme heat and pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't see the head gasket you're looking for? More bore and thickness variations available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5150autosport.com\/products\/cometic-multi-layer-steel-head-gasket-bmw-s54\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Compatibility Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e MLS gaskets cannot be used on engines with O-rings or receiver grooves, as they require a smooth, flat sealing surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsure mating surfaces are clean, flat, and free of oil or debris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlign the gasket correctly on the block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstall the head and torque bolts\/studs per manufacturer specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo NOT use additional sealants, as the gasket features a Viton rubber sealant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARP Head Stud Kit (201-4303)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ARP 201-4303 head stud kit is a direct replacement for BMW part #11127831862, designed for the S54 inline-six in E46 M3, Z3 M Roadster, Z4 M Coupe\/Roadster, and E46 M3 CSL.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpgrading to ARP head studs increases clamping force and improves head gasket sealing, reducing the risk of failure—especially in high-performance, supercharged, or turbocharged applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrength Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARP2000 Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – 220,000 PSI tensile strength (suitable for most high-performance builds).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Age 625+ Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – 280,000 PSI tensile strength (ideal for extreme boost applications).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Stud Kit Installation Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"178.32042650462955\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e1. To ensure proper thread engagement and accurate torque readings, clean ALL threads in the block. Chase if necessary with ARP Thread Chaser.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.91716562962966\" data-top=\"212.60060309722218\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e2. Clean and inspect all hardware prior to installation. Look for obvious defects or shipping damages, plus proper fit, length and dimension.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.93210903703702\" data-top=\"246.88077968981491\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e3. If the cylinder head studs protrude into a water jacket, lubricate the block threads of the studs with ARP THREAD SEALER.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.93210903703711\" data-top=\"281.250616726852\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e4. Screw studs into the block “HAND TIGHT ONLY.”\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"112.77046874074081\" data-top=\"298.0019429398149\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e5. Install the cylinder head(s) and check for binding or misalignment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.93210903703718\" data-top=\"350.0799512453705\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e6. Lubricate the stud threads, nuts and washers with ARP ULTRA-TORQUE FASTENER ASSEMBLY LUBRICANT.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"112.77046874074085\" data-top=\"367.3545302083334\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eThen install the washers and the nuts onto the studs and tighten them hand tight.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"646.6730116148133\" data-top=\"367.3545302083334\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eARP recommends using the ARP ULTRA-TORQUE FASTENER ASSEMBLY LUBRICANT that is provided with each kit as opposed to motor oil. This is due to higher friction on the studs as well as inconsistencies in the clamping force of the fasteners when motor oil or other low quality lubricants are used.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"275.1555555555555\" data-top=\"444.52870775462947\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"275.1555555555555\" data-top=\"444.52870775462947\" role=\"presentation\"\u003ePRELOAD (TORQUE) RECOMMENDATIONS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e7. Following the manufacturers recommended torque sequence tighten the nuts steps 1-3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARP2000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Tighten to 35 ft-lbs. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Tighten to 70 ft-lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Tighten to 105 ft-lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"622.49612645926\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"622.49612645926\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Age 625+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"622.49612645926\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Tighten to 35 ft-lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Tighten to 70 ft-lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" data-top=\"466.89820428240733\" data-left=\"85.9022222222222\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Tighten to 100 ft-lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"115.78304177777785\" data-top=\"484.09783271759244\" role=\"presentation\"\u003ewith \u003cspan\u003eARP Ultra-Torque fastener assembly lubricant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"115.78304177777785\" data-top=\"484.09783271759244\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"115.78304177777785\" data-top=\"484.09783271759244\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolt Torque Sequence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"115.78304177777785\" data-top=\"484.09783271759244\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-left=\"115.78304177777785\" data-top=\"484.09783271759244\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"40\" style=\"width: 273px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1562px; 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