Description
Overview:
The Crankcase Bearing Plate Gasket for the JAP Model 5 industrial engine is a flat sealing gasket designed to sit between the crankcase and the bearing plate, helping to keep oil in and contaminants out. Manufactured from durable gasket material to meet original specifications, it is a Genuine JAP part and matches OEM No. 12842 for a precise fit on JAP 5 engines. Correct sealing at this joint is critical for maintaining lubrication and crankcase integrity, especially on older engines used in demanding environments. This item is unused old stock and may show cosmetic signs of age from storage, which does not affect function. Ideal for servicing or restoring JAP Model 5 engines where a reliable, like-for-like replacement gasket is required.
Key Features:
- Genuine JAP part for assured compatibility and performance (OEM No. 12842)
- Engineered to original dimensions for accurate alignment with the bearing plate and bolt holes
- Helps prevent oil leaks and air ingress to support long-term engine health
- Durable gasket material suitable for typical engine temperatures and lubricants
- Clean, flat profile for consistent sealing once correctly torqued
- Suitable for maintenance, rebuilds, and restoration of vintage JAP 5 engines
- Straightforward to fit using standard workshop practices
- Unused old stock; may exhibit light tarnishing or shelf wear without affecting usability
- A practical replacement to install whenever the bearing plate is removed
Typical Applications:
Used during routine servicing, gasket refreshes, or full rebuilds of JAP Model 5 industrial engines. Suitable for keeping legacy equipment running reliably in workshops, on site, or in heritage restorations, where preventing oil seepage and maintaining crankcase sealing are essential.
Also known as:
Crankcase gasket, bearing plate gasket, bearing housing gasket, end plate gasket, engine side cover gasket, crankcase cover gasket, engine bearing carrier gasket.
Fits Models:
JAP 5, JAP5
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 12842 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Genuine JAP part, OEM No. 12842, ensures precise fit - Designed for JAP Model 5 industrial engines - Prevents oil leaks and air ingress - Durable material withstands engine temperatures - Suitable for maintenance and restoration tasks |
| Fits Models | JAP 5 |
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