Isuzu 8972352610 Cylinder Head Gasket

The 8972352610 cylinder head gasket is an OEM-specification sealing component designed for Isuzu L-series diesel engines. It forms the critical seal between the cylinder block and cylinder head, maintaining combustion chamber integrity while separating coolant and lubrication passages. Constructed from multi-layer steel (MLS) with elastomeric coatings, the gasket withstands peak combustion pressures and thermal cycling inherent in heavy-duty diesel applications. The part number 8972352610 (also referenced as 8-97235261-0) corresponds to Isuzu factory designation GASKET; CYL HD, key number 011-002 in the parts catalog. Cross-reference interchange includes Isuzu 8980489450, 8980747761, and Kubota 1G962-03313. The gasket serves Isuzu 4LE2, 4LE2-N, 4LE1, 4LB1, and 4LC1 engine variants deployed across compact excavators, generators, and industrial power units.