JAMES GASKETS SKU: 681-4846

James Gaskets Shovelhead Cylinder Base Gasket .020 Metal - Harley Touring, Softail, Dyna

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About James Gaskets

James Gaskets has supplied American V-twin gaskets, seals and O-rings for decades and is one of the most widely stocked names for Harley-Davidson engine, primary and transmission rebuilds. When a service manual calls for a specific gasket, James almost always has an exact-fit answer.

Secure your Shovelhead's cylinders with a James Gaskets .020" metal cylinder base gasket. This high-quality, U.S.A.-made gasket ensures a precise and durable seal where your cylinders meet the crankcase. It's an OEM-quality replacement for critical engine rebuilds.

Why riders pick this

  • Robust .020" metal construction
  • Made in the U.S.A. for superior quality
  • Direct OEM-quality replacement for Shovelhead
  • Ensures precise sealing at the cylinder base

When you're building or rebuilding a Shovelhead engine, every detail contributes to its reliability. This James Gaskets cylinder base gasket, with its .020" metal construction, provides a strong and consistent seal at the crucial cylinder base. Manufactured in the U.S.A. using advanced methods, it's designed to meet or exceed OEM quality for your Harley-Davidson V-twin.

Precision Sealing for Your Shovelhead

  • Durable .020" metal construction for a reliable seal
  • Manufactured in the U.S.A. with state-of-the-art materials
  • Direct OEM-quality replacement for Shovelhead cylinder bases
  • Ensures proper compression and prevents oil leaks at the base

Foundational for Engine Longevity

A high-quality cylinder base gasket is fundamental for proper engine function and longevity. This James Gaskets component helps maintain compression and prevents oil seepage, which is vital for any Shovelhead. Always ensure your mating surfaces are clean and flat, and follow your motorcycle's service manual for correct installation procedures and torque specifications to achieve the best possible seal.

Specifications

  • Brand: James Gaskets
  • Manufacturer Part #: 16776-63-X1
  • Length: 5.75 in
  • Width: 7.45 in
  • Height: 0.3 in
  • Weight: 0.098 lbs

Common questions

Is this a direct replacement gasket for my Shovelhead?

Yes, this gasket is engineered as a direct OEM-quality replacement specifically for Shovelhead cylinder base applications.

What is the thickness of this gasket?

This is a .020" thick gasket, providing a precise fit and seal at the cylinder base.

Where is this James Gaskets part manufactured?

James Gaskets manufactures this cylinder base gasket in the U.S.A. using advanced production methods and quality materials.

Ordering from Vtwinbikers

  • Brand new, sourced through authorized US distribution — never used, never grey-market.
  • Not sure it fits? Use Shop by Bike to filter by your year and model, or email us and we will confirm before you order.
  • Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle is all we do, so you are talking to people who ride what you ride.
BRANDJames Gaskets
TYPEGaskets/Seals
SKU681-4846
WEIGHT0.1 lb
Please contact us to confirm fitment for your specific motorcycle, or check the product title for compatibility notes.
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Jul 2, 2021

Quality and price as expected.

— Anonymous
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Apr 3, 2019

works great

— Anonymous