{"product_id":"6s5-11181-00-00-head-gasket-for-yamaha-242-x-e-series-1800","title":"6S5-11181-00-00 Head Gasket for Yamaha 242 X E-Series 1800","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHead Gasket for Yamaha\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis head gasket for Yamaha marine engines seals the cylinder head to the engine block, maintaining compression and keeping coolant and oil passages separated under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis head gasket for Yamaha is a direct replacement sealing component for 1800 series marine engines, built to hold compression and contain coolant and oil at the head-to-block joint. It suits owners performing top-end service or a full rebuild who need a reliable head gasket for Yamaha applications. The gasket cross-references OEM part number 6S5-11181-00-00 for straightforward matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references OEM part number 6S5-11181-00-00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeals the cylinder head to block joint to maintain compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparates coolant and oil passages at the mating surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed for the heat and pressure of 1800 series marine engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned as a direct-fit replacement for the head-to-block interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFits These Machines\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003efor Yamaha 242 X E-Series 1800, 2016-2020\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-end rebuilds on 1800 series marine engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCylinder head removal and reinstallation service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompression loss or coolant seepage repairs at the head joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine engine refresh on boats in seasonal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6S5-11181-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCylinder head gasket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this gasket require new head bolts? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many marine engine head bolts are torque-to-yield and should be replaced during reassembly. Check the service manual for your specific 1800 series engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Should I resurface the head before installing this gasket? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the head or block deck is warped or pitted, resurfacing is recommended so the gasket can seal properly. Measure flatness before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51066368229462,"sku":"OO1C11840","price":218.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_b2eed5a6-150b-403f-86e5-ce34658a0a81.jpg?v=1794396606","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/6s5-11181-00-00-head-gasket-for-yamaha-242-x-e-series-1800","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}