Engine Rebuild Gasket Kit   

for 1977-1981 Ironhead Sportster 1000cc

Accel #38449r
(Ref. OEM# 17026-79)

This is a complete engine rebuild gasket and seal kit for the 1977 through 1981 1000cc Sportster.

The standard head gaskets are 0.020″ (0.5mm) thick copper, with 0.031″ cylinder base gaskets. The pushrod cover washers are rubber.  (If you prefer the original cork, please see another of our listings.)

The photo shows every gasket, seal and O-ring that is included in the kit you will receive. (The color of some gaskets may vary.)

We will re-pack the kit.  We pack up your kit securely so you can be sure all the gaskets and seals will get to you in perfect condition – anywhere in the world.

****Some kit specs****

• Head gaskets are 0.020″ (0.5mm) copper.
• Primary gasket is 0.031″ thick, unbeaded.
• All the large oil seals have spring-loaded rubber lips.  (The very small oil pump seal is too small for a spring.)
• The 12 pushrod cover washers are rubber – about 0.175″ thick (just under 3/16″, or approx. 4.5mm).

****Applicable models****

• 1977 through 1981 1000cc Sportsters

****Package contains****  

• Every single part you see in the photograph
  Please Note: This kit will come well-packed in its own individual box. It does NOT come in retail store packaging.