Description: VALVE COVER GASKET - SILICONE forCHEVROLET SMALL BLOCK V8**ATTENTION: If you are using thin steel valve covers, do not use this fiberglass reinforced gasket. Instead use the silicone gasket RG-12869.** Gasket is made of:"ULTIMATE" SILICONE WHICH IS FIBERGLASS REINFORCED SILICONE This may be the last gasket you will ever need to buy! - A layer of fiberglass is centered between 2 layers of silicone and gives the material dimensional stability and higher tensile strength. - Additionally, the gaskets are made from aerospace mechanical grade silicone and will not break down and deform or crack up like cork or neoprene. - It will withstand operating temperatures from -100 to 500 degrees F. - The material is resistant to deterioration by weathering and engine oil and remains flexible over the temperature range noted. - Re-usable gasket. This is a super heavy duty gasket. Fits: CHEVROLET SMALL BLOCK V/8 - 262, 265, 283, 302, 307, 327, 350, 400 CID Years: 1957 TO 1987 Part number RG-12869FRCorresponding part #'s: VS 12869 R; CVC-1 TWO "ULTIMATE" SILICONE GASKETS. Gaskets have 6 bolt holesGASKET IS 1/8" THICK. Reusable. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: Wash the cover and cylinder head surfaces with solvent. Remove all traces of oilThe gasket must be installed DRY (NO OIL or lube of any type).TORQUE TO 45-50 INCH POUNDS - Do not over tighten! Over tightening causes the gasket to bulge out or squeeze out.If that happens, then back off on the torque. TO REUSE GASKET: Wash gasket briefly in hot water and soap. Rinse gasket well and dry thoroughly. Re-install gasket using the above installation instructions. DO NOT SOAK IN SOLVENT OR GASOLINE. Proudly made in the USA.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~USE CORK? GET REAL! REAL Gaskets that is… REAL Gaskets Tennessee is a manufacturer of silicone rubber gaskets for aircraft, automobile, and motorcycle engines. Our silicone rubber gaskets are made from aerospace mechanical grade AMS silicone, designed to withstand temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and to last the life of the engine. Our gaskets seal uneven surfaces, eliminate corrosion and are 100% reusable. We manufacture valve cover gaskets for: Aircraft: Continental, Franklin, Lycoming, Pratt & Whitney and Wright radial piston aircraft engines. Automobiles: Ford, GM, Mopar, Porsche and VW automobile engines. Motorcycles: BMW, Harley-Davidson, Suzuki, BSA, Ducati, Moto Guzzi, Norton, Triumph, Saab and most other motorcycle engines. If you are tired of oil leaks, then a silicone rubber gasket is the only way to go, and REAL Gaskets Tennessee is the only place you can get “The Original” silicone rubber gasket. MADE IN THE USA.
Price: 49 USD
Location: Elizabethton, Tennessee
End Time: 2025-01-16T23:01:43.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Item Thickness: 1/8 inch thick
Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
Color: Orange
Manufacturer Part Number: RG-12869FR
Material: Silicone-Fiberglass reinforced
Item Length: 19.5
Vintage Part: Yes
Placement on Vehicle: Engine Compartment
Brand: REAL GASKETS TENNESSEE
Type: Valve cover gasket
Interchange Part Number: 12869
Manufacturer Warranty: Yes
OE/OEM Part Number: 12869
Number in Pack: 2
Bolt Hole Quantity: 6
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Universal Fitment: Yes
Finish: Fiberglass reinforced silicone
Performance Part: Yes