{"product_id":"kpmi-valve-guide-exhaust-std-cast-iron-hd-shovelhead-1978-1983-191-57013c","title":"KPMI Valve Guide - Exhaust STD Cast Iron HD Shovelhead 1978-1983 — Harley-Davidson Electra Glide, Super Glide, Low Rider (1978-1983)","description":"\u003cp\u003eKPMI exhaust valve guide in cast iron for Harley Shovelhead engines, sized to OEM specifications for 1978-1983 models. Direct replacement for worn guides that develop excessive valve-to-guide clearance or scoring on the bore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCast iron construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard bore size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect OEM replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e KPMI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part #:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-2060C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.09 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits Harley-Davidson Shovelhead engines, 1978-1983 model years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the exhaust or intake valve guide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the exhaust guide. KPMI makes a separate part number for intake guides — verify before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this fit my 1984+ Shovelhead?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — this guide is for 1978-1983 Shovelhead engines only. 1984+ models use different head castings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to ream the guide bore after installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — after pressing the guide into the head, the bore must be reamed to final size to set proper valve clearance. Reaming is typically done by a machine shop or experienced engine builder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the standard valve-to-guide clearance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your Harley factory service manual for the correct clearance spec. Improper clearance will cause blue-smoking or low compression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KPMI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53035006984303,"sku":"191-57013C","price":9.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/6734\/6543\/files\/output_6b9416f0-e3a2-41f1-bc31-a79dfc0b529e.png?v=1779559036","url":"https:\/\/vtwinbikers.com\/products\/kpmi-valve-guide-exhaust-std-cast-iron-hd-shovelhead-1978-1983-191-57013c","provider":"Vtwinbikers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}