Nitto DBS Metal Head Gasket
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Nitto DBS Metal Head Gasket - Toyota 2JZ-GTE - Supra (JZA80) / Aristo (JZS147 / JZS161)
The Nitto DBS Drag Series metal head gasket suits the Toyota 2JZ-GTE in the JZA80 Supra and Aristo. It is designed to keep the head sealed in big-boost street, drag and circuit engines.
Choose the compressed thickness to set your compression ratio and piston-to-head clearance: 1.2 mm, 1.5 mm or 1.8 mm. All suit bores from 86.0 to 87.0 mm.
Nitto's DBS Drag Series head gaskets are a multi-layer steel design. Around each bore they combine a conventional bead seal with a stainless steel "O-ring" that keeps combustion pressure away from the gasket layers, and Nitto's pressure-film testing shows a very high clamping pressure around the bore. An HR-200 coating, rather than a basic viton coating, seals the coolant and oil passages between the head and block.
Note: Installation by a professional is recommended. Engine internals must be measured and set up by a qualified engine builder.
Features
- DBS Drag Series multi-layer steel construction
- Bead seal around each bore plus a stainless steel "O-ring" that shields the layers from combustion pressure
- Bore sealing verified by Nitto using Fuji Prescale pressure film
- HR-200 coating to seal the water and oil passages between head and block
Warranty
Nitto parts are made for racing and off-road use. Inspect every part during assembly and blueprinting, and contact us before fitting if anything measures out of tolerance. Under Nitto's limited warranty a defective part will be repaired or replaced at Nitto's option, and any modification voids the warranty. Full terms: Nitto limited warranty (PDF).
Pairs Well With
- Nitto Forged Pistons - Toyota 2JZ-GTE - Supra (JZA80) / Aristo (JZS147 / JZS161)
- Nitto V2 I-Beam Connecting Rods - Toyota 2JZ-GTE - Supra (JZA80) / Aristo (JZS147 / JZS161)
- Nitto Crank Collar - Toyota 2JZ-GTE / 1JZ-GTE - Supra (JZA70 / JZA80) / Aristo (JZS147 / JZS161) / Chaser (JZX90 / JZX100) / Soarer (JZZ30)
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Vehicle Compatibility
| Make | Model | Chassis | Years | Engine / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota | Supra | JZA80 | 1993–2002 | 2JZ-GTE (Japanese import) |
| Toyota | Aristo | JZS147 / JZS161 | 1991–2004 | 2JZ-GTE (Japanese import) |
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nitto |
| Product | DBS Drag Series metal head gasket |
| Engine | Toyota 2JZ-GTE |
| Construction | Multi-layer steel, bead seal plus stainless O-ring |
| Coating | HR-200 |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm; 1.5 mm; 1.8 mm |
| Bore range | 86.0-87.0 mm |
| Warranty | Nitto limited warranty (racing use) |
| Instructions | Nitto installation notes (link below) |
| Part number(s) | NIT-MHG-2JZ12, NIT-MHG-2JZ15, NIT-MHG-2JZ18 |
Contents
1 x Nitto DBS metal head gasket

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