< img height="1" width="1" style="display:none" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=2042618782839916&ev=PageView&noscript=1" />
Diesel Engines & Parts
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set

Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set

Model: WP7 / WP8

Part Number: 610800040023

Brands: Weichai Power

Engine Model: WP7, WP7H, WP8, WP8H

Engine Type: Diesel

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

What the full gasket kit covers

A full gasket kit is the complete sealing package for an engine rebuild. Kit 610800040023 for the Weichai WP7 and WP8 includes 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 small O-rings used across the engine.

Buying the whole set costs less than assembling the parts individually, and more importantly it guarantees that every sealing surface is renewed at the same time. Reusing an old manifold or pan gasket after a rebuild is the most common reason a fresh engine begins to leak within the first thousand kilometres.

Engines and applications

The kit covers WP7, WP7H, WP8 and WP8H engines in trucks, buses, wheel loaders and generator sets. Because these engines share a common block architecture, one kit serves a wide spread of ratings. Confirm the engine plate and, if possible, the old gasket number before ordering, especially if the engine has been rebuilt before with a later head casting.

Materials and standards

Gaskets are only as good as their materials, and this is where cheap kits fail. This set uses multi-layer steel for the head gasket with an elastomer coating that conforms to minor deck imperfections, reinforced composite for oil pan and timing cover flanges, annealed copper washers for injectors and banjo fittings, and heat-resistant rubber lip seals for the crank ends.

  • Head gasket: multi-layer steel, correct fire ring position and coolant hole pattern.
  • Manifold gaskets: composite with metal core for exhaust heat.
  • Oil pan and timing cover: reinforced fibre, resistant to hot oil.
  • Seals and washers: complete set, checked against the original parts list.

Kits are packed flat in a rigid carton so the head gasket cannot be creased in transit. A creased gasket will leak even when fitted perfectly.

Symptoms of a failed gasket set

Workshops usually see one or more of these before ordering a full kit: oil weeping from the pan rail or rear main area, coolant seeping at the water pump, soot marks around manifold joints with a whistling noise under load, bubbles in the radiator, or oil and coolant mixing.

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

Installation notes

  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, such as timing cover corners.
  6. Recheck for leaks after the first heat cycle and again after 500 km.

Choosing the right kit

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

Storage before fitting

Store the kit flat and dry, away from sunlight. Composite gaskets slowly absorb moisture, so a kit that has been stored in a damp workshop for years should be inspected before use. Keep the head gasket in its carton until the deck is ready, not lying on a bench where it can be bent.

Freight and consolidation

Kits are light and compact, which makes them ideal for consolidating with heavier parts such as liners or pistons. Tell us what else is going into the shipment and we will pack the kit on top so it is not crushed by a cylinder block.

After the rebuild

New gaskets settle over the first few hundred hours. Retorque manifold bolts and check pan bolts after the first week, keep the 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. 610800040023 is a full set with the head gasket, manifold gaskets, oil pan gasket, crank seals and small washers.

Can I use this kit on a WP6?

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

Do I need sealant with the head gasket?

No. The steel gasket is designed to be installed dry.

Are the gaskets reusable?

No. Gaskets and copper washers are single-use items.

Related parts and categories

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

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.

EPID diesel engine parts warehouse

What the full gasket kit covers

A full gasket kit is the complete sealing package for an engine rebuild. Kit 610800040023 for the Weichai WP7 and WP8 includes 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 small O-rings used across the engine.

Buying the whole set costs less than assembling the parts individually, and more importantly it guarantees that every sealing surface is renewed at the same time. Reusing an old manifold or pan gasket after a rebuild is the most common reason a fresh engine begins to leak within the first thousand kilometres.

Engines and applications

The kit covers WP7, WP7H, WP8 and WP8H engines in trucks, buses, wheel loaders and generator sets. Because these engines share a common block architecture, one kit serves a wide spread of ratings. Confirm the engine plate and, if possible, the old gasket number before ordering, especially if the engine has been rebuilt before with a later head casting.

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 and standards

Gaskets are only as good as their materials, and this is where cheap kits fail. This set uses multi-layer steel for the head gasket with an elastomer coating that conforms to minor deck imperfections, reinforced composite for oil pan and timing cover flanges, annealed copper washers for injectors and banjo fittings, and heat-resistant rubber lip seals for the crank ends.

  • Head gasket: multi-layer steel, correct fire ring position and coolant hole pattern.
  • Manifold gaskets: composite with metal core for exhaust heat.
  • Oil pan and timing cover: reinforced fibre, resistant to hot oil.
  • Seals and washers: complete set, checked against the original parts list.

Kits are packed flat in a rigid carton so the head gasket cannot be creased in transit. A creased gasket will leak even when fitted perfectly.

Symptoms of a failed gasket set

Workshops usually see one or more of these before ordering a full kit: oil weeping from the pan rail or rear main area, coolant seeping at the water pump, soot marks around manifold joints with a whistling noise under load, bubbles in the radiator, or oil and coolant mixing.

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

Installation notes

  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, such as timing cover corners.
  6. Recheck for leaks after the first heat cycle and again after 500 km.

Choosing the right kit

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

Storage before fitting

Store the kit flat and dry, away from sunlight. Composite gaskets slowly absorb moisture, so a kit that has been stored in a damp workshop for years should be inspected before use. Keep the head gasket in its carton until the deck is ready, not lying on a bench where it can be bent.

Freight and consolidation

Kits are light and compact, which makes them ideal for consolidating with heavier parts such as liners or pistons. Tell us what else is going into the shipment and we will pack the kit on top so it is not crushed by a cylinder block.

After the rebuild

New gaskets settle over the first few hundred hours. Retorque manifold bolts and check pan bolts after the first week, keep the 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 cylinder liner 610800010503 or the WP7 and WP8 piston 610800030035.

Detailed picture

Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set
Weichai WP7 WP8 Full Gasket Kit 610800040023 Engine Overhaul Set

Q&A

  • Is the head gasket included?

    Yes. 610800040023 is a full set with the head gasket, manifold gaskets, oil pan gasket, crank seals and small washers.

  • Can I use this kit on a WP6?

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

  • Do I need sealant with the head gasket?

    No. The steel gasket is designed to be installed dry.

  • Are the gaskets reusable?

    No. Gaskets and copper washers are single-use items.

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.

send message

    • [recaptcha]

    Home Tel Mail Inquiry