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I was wondering what type of gasket to use for my valve covers,they are leaking.The kits they sell are complete,i dont need a complete kit,just for valve covers.Can i make them out of gasket paper,and if so sould i use tick paper or tine paper? Thanks
 
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Yes you can make your own gaskets but they generally don't seal as well as the factory-made gaskets. Use the thicker paper, maybe about .015" thick.

Individual gaskets are usually available from aftermarket suppliers.
Best brands are Genuine James and Cometic.
 
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The HD part number for the rocker cover gaskets is 17536-70. You can order these from any indie motorcycle shop or buy them on-line from J&P Cycles or any other HD motorcycle parts supplier. Or search eBay for the part number ...

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Harley-Davids...-/300541737851

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ENGINE-GASKE...-/360761757607

Always the best idea is to support a local indie motorcycle shop.
 
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