Panhead Rocker Arm Cover Gaskets – Silicone

for

Harley-Davidson Panhead Motorcycles

–     REAL GASKETS TENNESSEE is a manufacturer of state of the art silicone

       rubber gaskets.   We offer valve cover gaskets for Continental, Franklin & Lycoming

       aircraft engines. Plus gaskets for automobiles, motorcycles and more.

–     Firstly, the gaskets are made from aerospace / mechanical grade silicone. 

       Therefore the gaskets will not break down, dry up and deform or crack

        up like cork or neoprene.             

–     Secondly, the material is designed to withstand temperatures up to 400 degrees

       Fahrenheit.   As a result, they provide excellent performance in high

        temperature environments.  

–     Thirdly,  REAL GASKETS  seal uneven and warped surfaces and  

       eliminates corrosion.

–     Finally and best of all, they are 100% reusable.

Fits:

Harley Pan Head Motorcycles 

Models: FL, FLH

Years:     1948 – 1965

Part #:  RG-17541-48 

Corresponding part numbers: OEM 17541-48; HD-1-S/2

Rocker Box gaskets:

• Set of 2 silicone gaskets  –  1/8″ thick 
• Eliminates spacer
• Reusable gaskets.

**   This gasket set is also available in black silicone. (See RG-17541-48B) 

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:  

1.    Wash the cover and engine flange with solvent.   
2.    The surfaces must be DRY—no oil or lube of any type. 
3.    Remove all traces of oil from the rocker box covers.
4.    Install gasket DRY.
   
5.     Torque Specifications:    Use lock washers or thread lock and 

               TORQUE (one time):  20 to 25  INCH POUNDS 

**  DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. **      

Over tightening causes the gasket to bulge or squeeze out. 

If the gasket starts to bulge or “pooch” out when torqueing – 

the gasket is being tightened down to much.  Back off on the torque.

If the gasket splits or cracks at the bolt holes then you have over torqued 

the silicone material and ruined the gasket. 

You must follow the recommended torque listed on the package.   

Tighter is not better.   

It is okay to use Loctite on the bolts.

TO REUSE GASKET:

1.    Wash gaskets  BRIEFLY  in hot water and soap.
2.    Rinse well and dry thoroughly.  
3.    Re-install gasket using the above installation instructions.

PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA.

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