New Camshaft Housing Gasket Has Increased Resistance To High Temperature
Usage:
D348 and D349 Industrial and Marine Engines
Description of Change: New camshaft housing gaskets with increased resistance to high temperatures are used in the above engine models. The new gaskets have a layer of material on the exhaust side which prevents gasket distortion and oil leakage better than the former gaskets.
Adaptable To: The new camshaft housing gaskets are direct replacements for the former camshaft housing gaskets, as shown in the chart. A quantity of 2 gaskets is needed for most engines.
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