STC4082 - Head Gasket Set – V8

- €82,30

€82,30

€82,30 - €82,30

€82,30

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Head gasket set 3.9 EFI MA on

Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Land Rover Discovery 2 1998-2004 (L318)
Range Rover Classic up to 1994
Range Rover Classic 1994-2001 (P38)

Fitment Notes DEFENDER — 4.0L V8
DISCOVERY 1 — 3.9L V8 EFI from (V)MA081992
DISCOVERY 2 — All V8
RANGE ROVER P38 1994-2001 — All V8

Alternative Codes

STC4082STC2822

In stock 2 units

1 · Gouda 1 · Drachten

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When will my order arrive?

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Netherlands / Belgium / Germany: 2–4 working days.
Other EU countries + UK: 4–8 working days.
Outside EU/UK: delivery times vary — contact us for an estimate.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the head gasket seal on a Rover V8?

The head gasket seals the joint between the cylinder head and the cylinder block on the Rover V8, containing combustion pressure and keeping coolant and oil in their separate galleries. This set is listed for the 3.9 and 4.0 litre V8.

What are the signs of a failed head gasket on a Rover V8?

Coolant loss with no visible external leak is the classic sign on a Rover V8, along with white exhaust smoke, a mayonnaise-like residue under the oil filler cap, and the header tank pressurising quickly. Overheating is the usual cause.

Do I need to replace both head gaskets at the same time?

Yes, both sides are typically done together on a V8. Once the engine is stripped far enough to reach one cylinder head, the extra labour to do the second bank is small, and leaving an original gasket on the other side usually means a repeat job.

Which Rover V8 engines does this set cover?

This set is listed for the 4.0 litre V8 Defender, the 3.9 litre V8 EFI Discovery 1 from VIN MA081992, all V8 Discovery 2 models, and all V8 Range Rover P38 models. Check the VIN break if you have a Discovery 1.

Does the cylinder head need checking before fitting new gaskets?

Rover V8 heads and blocks typically need checking for flatness before new gaskets go on, because the overheat that killed the original gasket often distorts the mating faces. Fitting a new gasket to a warped face usually results in a repeat failure.