VALVE COVER GASKET

or

CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET

FITS  

SUZUKI GS 550

Made of Silicone

–   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 eliminates corrosion.

–   Gaskets are 100% reusable.

Fits:     Suzuki GS550

1977-1979:    E, L

1980:             L

1981:             T, L

Part #:      RG-11173-47004

OEM #:     11173-47004-H17 GASKET,CYL HEAD

1 each

16 Bolt Hole gasket – 1/16″ thick silicone.

Reusable

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

1.    Wash the cover and cylinder with solvent.
2.    Remove all traces of oil.
3.    The surfaces must be DRY  (NO OIL OR LUBE OF ANY TYPE).
4.    Install gasket DRY.
5.    TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS:

        Torque 15 inch pounds

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN!   

Over tightening causes the gasket to squeeze or bulge out.

If the gasket starts to bulge or “pooch” out than 

back off on the torque.  

It is okay to use Loctite on the bolts.

TO REUSE GASKET:   

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

PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA. 

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