The only way to go
The way to go on shovels. Replaced the cheap blue teflon gaskets with these and have been good so far, torqued again after a heat cycle.
James Gaskets Shovelhead cylinder head gasket in graphite composition, sold in a 5-pack for V-twin engine rebuilds and service. Made in the U.S.A. using state-of-the-art materials and production methods.
Fits V-twin motorcycles with Shovelhead cylinder heads. Check your engine year and cylinder head casting numbers before ordering to confirm fitment.
Yes — this gasket is designed for Harley Shovelhead cylinder heads. Verify your head casting number matches the part fitment.
The 5-pack quantity serves shops, fleets, and riders who maintain multiple bikes or want spares during an engine rebuild.
James Gaskets manufactures this to OEM specifications. It is not a Harley original part but meets or exceeds factory performance standards.
Follow your engine manual's recommendations for gasket sealant — some applications use silicone, others use no sealant on graphite gaskets.
| BRAND | James Gaskets |
| TYPE | Gaskets/Seals |
| SKU | 681-4842 |
| WEIGHT | 0.65 lb |
The way to go on shovels. Replaced the cheap blue teflon gaskets with these and have been good so far, torqued again after a heat cycle.
So far the gaskets are holding up. The main thing to do is don't buy the cheaper gaskets, and warm it up good,let cool and check the torque. Do this after each use until all you get is clicks, no movement.<br />You need the offset short torquing<br />Tool to get access to the head bolts.
Hands down best gaskets out there.
So far Ive not been able to put any miles on the engine do to other non related issues but so far so good....not sure why others failed ay 11,000 miles but buddies think they have the answer will see. wish I had pics witch I do just not on pc yet.
great gasket worth the money
It’s a genuine James what can you say! Great price fast delivery!