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Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set

Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set

Model: WP7 / WP8

Part Number: 1001514985

Brands: Weichai Power

Engine Model: WP7, WP7H, WP8, WP8H

Engine Type: Diesel

Scope of application: medium and heavy trucks, buses, construction machinery, generator sets

The contents of kit 1001514985

This is the complete sealing set for a WP7 or WP8 rebuild. Inside the carton you get the multi-layer steel head gasket, valve cover gasket, intake and exhaust manifold gaskets, oil pan gasket, front and rear crank seals, water pump and thermostat housing seals, injector copper washers and the assortment of O-rings used across the engine.

Assembling a rebuild from individual gaskets is slower and riskier. One missing washer means a leak that appears only after the engine is hot and loaded, and at that point the repair costs several times the price of the part that was forgotten. A complete kit removes that risk.

Where the kit is used

The set covers WP7, WP7H, WP8 and WP8H engines in trucks, buses, loaders, excavators and generator sets. These engines share a common block architecture, so one kit serves a wide range of ratings. Confirm the engine plate and, where possible, the old gasket number, particularly if the head has been replaced during an earlier repair.

Materials that survive the duty cycle

Gaskets fail for predictable reasons: heat, pressure cycling and incompatible fluids. This kit addresses each. The head gasket is multi-layer steel with an elastomer coating that conforms to minor deck imperfections. Manifold gaskets use a composite with a metal core to survive exhaust temperature. Pan and timing cover gaskets are reinforced fibre, resistant to hot oil and coolant. Crank seals are heat-resistant rubber lip type.

  • Head gasket: multi-layer steel, correct fire ring and coolant pattern.
  • Manifold gaskets: composite with metal core.
  • Pan and cover: reinforced fibre.
  • Washers and O-rings: complete, checked against the parts list.

Kits ship flat in a rigid carton so the head gasket cannot be creased. A creased gasket leaks even when fitted correctly.

Symptoms of a failed gasket set

Before ordering a kit, confirm which gasket has failed. Oil at the pan rail points to the pan gasket or rear main. Coolant at the front of the engine points to the water pump. Soot around the manifold joints with a whistling under load points to manifold gaskets. Bubbles in the radiator or oil in the coolant point to the head gasket.

If the head gasket has failed, check deck flatness on both head and block. A new gasket on a warped deck fails again within a few thousand kilometres, which is why the head should be checked at the same time as the kit is ordered.

Installation sequence

  1. Clean every mating surface to bare metal.
  2. Check head and block deck flatness with a straight edge and feeler gauge.
  3. Fit the steel head gasket dry, without sealant.
  4. Use new head bolts and torque in the factory sequence.
  5. Apply anaerobic sealant only where the manual specifies.
  6. Recheck for leaks after the first heat cycle and after 500 km.

Choosing the right kit

Three details decide fit: engine model, model year and the head casting currently fitted. A kit for an early WP7 may not match a later head because coolant passages and injector bores changed. Send the engine plate photo and the old gasket number and we will confirm before shipping.

Storage and handling

Store the kit flat, dry and out of sunlight. Composite gaskets slowly absorb moisture, so a kit stored in a damp workshop should be inspected before fitting. Keep the head gasket in its carton until the deck is ready rather than lying on a bench where it can be bent.

Common mistakes worth avoiding

The three most common fitting mistakes are reusing the pan gasket after removing the pan, adding sealant to a steel head gasket and fitting manifold gaskets dry when the manual calls for a thin film. Each produces a leak that appears only when the engine is hot and working, when the repair costs far more than doing it correctly the first time.

Freight and consolidation

Kits are light and compact, ideal for consolidating with liners, pistons or a block. Tell us what else is in the shipment so we can pack the kit on top and prevent it being crushed.

After the rebuild

Retorque manifold bolts and check pan bolts after the first week. Keep coolant at the correct mixture to prevent liner pitting and repair any oil leak immediately, because oil soaking into a composite gasket eventually softens it.

FAQ

Is the head gasket included?

Yes. 1001514985 is a full set with head gasket, manifold gaskets, pan gasket, crank seals and washers.

Can I use this on a WP6?

No. The WP6 uses different sealing parts. Ask us for the matching kit.

Do I need sealant with the head gasket?

No. The steel gasket is installed dry.

Are the gaskets reusable?

No. Gaskets and copper washers are single-use.

Related parts and categories

Browse the Weichai gasket set category, and pair the kit with the WP7 and WP8 piston 610800030035 or the WP7 and WP8 cylinder liner 610800010503.

Description

We offer OEM quality and excellent after-sales service as a complementary option. Engine brands supported include Weichai, Baudouin, Yuchai, Caterpillar, FAW Xichai, Sinotruk, Cummins and other engine parts. Specifically engine overhaul kits, pistons, cylinder liners, crankshafts, camshafts, fuel pumps, water pumps, lube pumps, injectors, and other performance parts.

If you are not sure about the part number that you need, please provide all the information you have, such as the equipment nameplate, engine nameplate or engine number, or real photos.

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The contents of kit 1001514985

This is the complete sealing set for a WP7 or WP8 rebuild. Inside the carton you get the multi-layer steel head gasket, valve cover gasket, intake and exhaust manifold gaskets, oil pan gasket, front and rear crank seals, water pump and thermostat housing seals, injector copper washers and the assortment of O-rings used across the engine.

Assembling a rebuild from individual gaskets is slower and riskier. One missing washer means a leak that appears only after the engine is hot and loaded, and at that point the repair costs several times the price of the part that was forgotten. A complete kit removes that risk.

Where the kit is used

The set covers WP7, WP7H, WP8 and WP8H engines in trucks, buses, loaders, excavators and generator sets. These engines share a common block architecture, so one kit serves a wide range of ratings. Confirm the engine plate and, where possible, the old gasket number, particularly if the head has been replaced during an earlier repair.

We Are 30 Years Diesel Engine Parts Supplier
BrandEPID
Warranty12 Months
Condition100%New
More ModelsWeichai: WP7, WP7H, WP8, WP8H, and other Weichai series.
ShippingBy sea / air / express (DHL, FEDEX, TNT, UPS, EMS)
PackingStandard exporting packing or as required
Payment TermL/C, T/T, Western Union, Trade Assurance
Delivery Time3-7 days (depend on order)
Selling Point1. On-time Delivery   2. Genuine Quality Assurance   3. Professional Supplier

Materials that survive the duty cycle

Gaskets fail for predictable reasons: heat, pressure cycling and incompatible fluids. This kit addresses each. The head gasket is multi-layer steel with an elastomer coating that conforms to minor deck imperfections. Manifold gaskets use a composite with a metal core to survive exhaust temperature. Pan and timing cover gaskets are reinforced fibre, resistant to hot oil and coolant. Crank seals are heat-resistant rubber lip type.

  • Head gasket: multi-layer steel, correct fire ring and coolant pattern.
  • Manifold gaskets: composite with metal core.
  • Pan and cover: reinforced fibre.
  • Washers and O-rings: complete, checked against the parts list.

Kits ship flat in a rigid carton so the head gasket cannot be creased. A creased gasket leaks even when fitted correctly.

Symptoms of a failed gasket set

Before ordering a kit, confirm which gasket has failed. Oil at the pan rail points to the pan gasket or rear main. Coolant at the front of the engine points to the water pump. Soot around the manifold joints with a whistling under load points to manifold gaskets. Bubbles in the radiator or oil in the coolant point to the head gasket.

If the head gasket has failed, check deck flatness on both head and block. A new gasket on a warped deck fails again within a few thousand kilometres, which is why the head should be checked at the same time as the kit is ordered.

Installation sequence

  1. Clean every mating surface to bare metal.
  2. Check head and block deck flatness with a straight edge and feeler gauge.
  3. Fit the steel head gasket dry, without sealant.
  4. Use new head bolts and torque in the factory sequence.
  5. Apply anaerobic sealant only where the manual specifies.
  6. Recheck for leaks after the first heat cycle and after 500 km.

Choosing the right kit

Three details decide fit: engine model, model year and the head casting currently fitted. A kit for an early WP7 may not match a later head because coolant passages and injector bores changed. Send the engine plate photo and the old gasket number and we will confirm before shipping.

Storage and handling

Store the kit flat, dry and out of sunlight. Composite gaskets slowly absorb moisture, so a kit stored in a damp workshop should be inspected before fitting. Keep the head gasket in its carton until the deck is ready rather than lying on a bench where it can be bent.

Common mistakes worth avoiding

The three most common fitting mistakes are reusing the pan gasket after removing the pan, adding sealant to a steel head gasket and fitting manifold gaskets dry when the manual calls for a thin film. Each produces a leak that appears only when the engine is hot and working, when the repair costs far more than doing it correctly the first time.

Freight and consolidation

Kits are light and compact, ideal for consolidating with liners, pistons or a block. Tell us what else is in the shipment so we can pack the kit on top and prevent it being crushed.

After the rebuild

Retorque manifold bolts and check pan bolts after the first week. Keep coolant at the correct mixture to prevent liner pitting and repair any oil leak immediately, because oil soaking into a composite gasket eventually softens it.

Related parts and categories

Browse the Weichai gasket set category, and pair the kit with the WP7 and WP8 piston 610800030035 or the WP7 and WP8 cylinder liner 610800010503.

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Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 1001514985 Engine Overhaul Set

Q&A

  • Is the head gasket included?

    Yes. 1001514985 is a full set with head gasket, manifold gaskets, pan gasket, crank seals and washers.

  • Can I use this on a WP6?

    No. The WP6 uses different sealing parts. Ask us for the matching kit.

  • Do I need sealant with the head gasket?

    No. The steel gasket is installed dry.

  • Are the gaskets reusable?

    No. Gaskets and copper washers are single-use.

Why buy from EPID

EPID supplies diesel engine parts for Weichai, Baudouin, Yuchai, Caterpillar, Sinotruk, FAW Xichai and Cummins engines. Every order is checked against the original part number before packing, and our team can identify a part from a photo of the engine plate. Ask for a quotation with your model and quantity and we will reply within one working day.

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