Cylinder Head Gasket with Metal-Based Composite Construction and Pre-Compressed

Cylinder Head Gasket 8-97066198-1 for ISUZU NKR69 4JG2 3.1L Diesel. This cylinder head gasket carrying OEM numbers 8-97066198-1 and 8970661981 seals the combustion chamber between the cylinder head and engine block on ISUZU 4JG2 3.1L inline-four diesel engines.

This ISUZU NKR69 cylinder head gasket 8-97066198-1 directly replaces the factory gasket in the following configurations:

• ISUZU NKR69 – 3.1L 4JG2 diesel, 1994–2002 model years
• ISUZU NKR69N – 2006 model (Japanese domestic market with 4JG2)
• ISUZU NPR / NQR series – selected chassis with 4JG2 engine
• ISUZU Trooper / Bighorn (UB2) – 1991–2000, 3.1L 4JG2 / 4JG2T
• ISUZU MU (UC) – 1991–1998, 3.1L diesel
• ISUZU Faster / TF series – 1993–1998 pickup
• ISUZU Wizard – 1992–1998
• Opel Monterey A (M92) – 1992–1999, 3.1TD
• Honda Horizon – 1994–1998
• TCM forklifts – equipped with 4JG2 power unit
• Hitachi excavators – various models with 4JG2 base engine
• Industrial applications – welding generators, water pumps, marine auxiliary units

The part is also cross-compatible with 4JG1 engines (smaller 2.8L variant) using the same head gasket design.

• One Gasket Covers Multiple Vehicle Platforms – Services NKR69 delivery trucks, Trooper SUVs, Opel Monterey off-road vehicles, and TCM forklifts
• Prevents Common 4JG2 Failure Modes – Restores sealing interface, preventing coolant from entering combustion chambers
• Reduces Workshop Diagnostic Time – Multiple cross-reference numbers eliminate time wasted searching through conflicting parts catalogs
• ISO 9001 Certified with Batch Traceability – Each production batch manufactured in ISO 9001:2015 certified facility
• Light Weight and Compact Packaging for Export – Approximately 0.5 kg with economical shipping dimensions

Each production batch undergoes comprehensive verification:

• Fire ring bore alignment – Laser measurement against 95.4 mm ±0.03 mm tolerance
• Coolant and oil port positioning – Optical comparator inspection within ±0.2 mm of OE blueprint
• Gasket thickness – Digital micrometer measurement; compressed thickness 1.2 mm ±0.05 mm
• Material composition – Spectrographic analysis per batch
• Elastomer coating integrity – Visual and adhesion test
• Elastomer compression set – ISO 815 standard compliance
• Fire ring crush test – Hydraulic press applies 20,000 N force
• Dimensional check – Full CMM inspection against original engineering drawings

The manufacturing facility holds ISO 9001:2015 certification with batch traceability available for wholesale orders.

• Individual packaging: Sealed in anti-rust VCI paper, placed in foam-lined carton, bagged
• Carton dimensions: 60 * 35 * 3 cm per unit
• Net weight: Approximately 0.5 kg per gasket
• Gross weight (with packaging): Approximately 1.0 kg per carton
• Master carton: 50 units per export carton
• Lead time: 3–7 working days for stock orders; 15–20 days for production orders
• Minimum order quantity: 1 piece (sample order available)
• Shipping methods: FedEx, UPS, DHL for samples; sea freight (LCL/FCL) for pallet quantities

The ISUZU NKR69 4JG2 cylinder head gasket 8-97066198-1 is an OEM-specification replacement sealing the 95.4 mm bores of the 3.1L diesel engine. Metal-based composite construction withstands the engine's 20.0:1 compression ratio, and pre-compressed fire rings maintain sealing force through thermal cycles. One part number fits NKR69 trucks, Trooper SUVs, Opel Monterey off-roaders, TCM forklifts, and industrial equipment powered by the 4JG2.

ISO 9001 certification, batch traceability, and light packaging make this a practical choice for fleet maintenance and wholesale distribution.