Description
Overview:
This Cylinder Head Gasket is a genuine Villiers part (MPN 16449) for JAP industrial engines, commonly known as JAP 4. It forms the critical seal between the cylinder head and the engine block, maintaining cylinder compression and helping to prevent leaks of combustion gases and oil. Made from durable gasket materials and precision cut for accurate port and stud alignment, it is suitable for servicing and restoring vintage JAP engines used on plant and machinery. As unused old stock, it may show light tarnishing or storage marks, but this does not affect performance once correctly installed. A reliable choice for tradespeople and DIY users keeping classic equipment in service, it fits as a like‐for‐like replacement for the original head gasket on JAP 4 engines.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part for assured fit and compatibility with JAP 4 industrial engines
- MPN 16449 for easy identification and ordering accuracy
- Maintains compression and combustion sealing for efficient engine running
- Helps prevent oil seepage and gas leaks at the head-to-block joint
- Precision cut for correct bolt hole and port alignment
- Durable construction suited to the heat and pressure of vintage single-cylinder engines
- Direct replacement design; fits using standard hand tools and correct torque procedure
- Suitable for maintenance, overhaul, or restoration of classic machinery
- Unused old stock; may have cosmetic tarnish from long-term storage only
- Supports reliable starting, smoother running, and reduced blow-by
Typical Applications:
Used during top-end rebuilds, head removal, or routine engine refresh on JAP 4-powered equipment such as site mixers, generators, pumps, compactors, and other industrial or agricultural machines. Ideal when rectifying loss of compression, head leaks, or after decarbonising and valve service.
Also known as:
Cylinder head seal, head gasket, engine head gasket, top-end gasket, head-to-block gasket, combustion seal gasket.
Fits Models:
JAP 4, JAP4
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 16449 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | 16449 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part for JAP 4 engines - Maintains compression and prevents gas leaks - Precision cut for accurate alignment - Direct replacement using standard tools - Suitable for vintage machinery restoration |
| Fits Models | JAP 4, 3 |
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