VALVE COVER GASKETS – Silicone
for
CHEVROLET – BIG BLOCK V/8
– Our silicone rubber gaskets are made from aerospace mechanical
grade AMS silicone and designed to withstand temperatures up to
400 degrees Fahrenheit.
– Therefore, they will not break down and deform or crack up like
cork or neoprene.
– Our gaskets seal uneven and warped surfaces and
eliminate corrosion.
– Gaskets are 100% reusable.
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FITS: Chevrolet
- 1965-1990 Big Block V/8,
- 366, 396, 402, 427, 454, 502,572 CID
Part # RG-30055
Corresponding part #: CVC-2; VS 30055C
Set of two (2) silicone gaskets
Gaskets have seven (7) bolt holes and are 1/8″ THICK.
Reusable.
This gasket is also made out of “ULTIMATE” fiberglass reinforced Silicone,
Part #: RG-30055FR
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Wash the cover and cylinder head surfaces with solvent.
- Remove all traces of oil.
- The gasket must be installed DRY. DO NOT USE OIL OR LUBE OF ANY TYPE.
TORQUE TO 20-25 INCH POUNDS
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
Over tightening the gaskets causes the gaskets to
BULGE OR “POOCH” OUT AND LEAK.
If the gaskets starts to squeeze out then you are over tightening,
back off on the torque.
TO REUSE GASKET:
- Wash gasket in hot soapy water.
- Rinse gasket and dry surfaces thoroughly.
- Re-install gasket using the above installation instructions.
DO NOT SOAK GASKETS IN SOLVENT OR GASOLINE.
PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA.
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