Victor Reinz 71-19738-50 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Victor Reinz Valve Cover Gasket Set for BMW 318i and 320i

Restore a tight seal at the valve cover with the Victor Reinz 71-19738-50 engine valve cover gasket set. Built with molded rubber, this gasket set is designed to handle oil sealing demands and the heat exposure common around exhaust manifolds, cylinder-head exhaust crossovers, and EGR systems.

For BMW 318i and BMW 320i applications, this part number 71-19738-50 supports a clean, OE-style repair when oil seepage starts at the valve cover area.

Key Features

• Molded rubber construction for consistent sealing performance
• Designed for valve cover oil sealing in high-temperature engine environments
• Compression-limiter design used where appropriate to help prevent over-torquing and gasket damage
• Mounting hole quantity: 7
• Direct-fit service part for select BMW 318i and 320i applications

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-19738-50 is an engine valve cover gasket set engineered for sealing the valve cover against oil leaks and oil spray. The molded rubber material helps maintain a reliable seal under heat and vibration, while the design approach focuses on reducing the risk of splitting or the need for retorque when installed correctly. This makes it a practical choice for servicing older BMW engines where valve cover seepage is a common maintenance concern.

Compatible With 1984-1985 BMW 318i and 1977-1983 BMW 320i, this gasket set is a fitment-specific repair part for owners addressing oil residue around the top end of the engine. Part number 71-19738-50 is also a useful reference when matching the correct sealing component for these BMW applications.

This part cross-references Victor Reinz VS25332 and VS26046C for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leaking from the valve cover perimeter
• Oil drops forming under the vehicle after shutdown
• Oil spray or seepage around the cylinder head top end
• Sealing loss caused by aged or heat-hardened gasket material
• Maintenance issues related to valve cover removal and resealing

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the valve cover and cylinder-head sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation. Inspect the cover for warping, cracks, or damage that could affect sealing, and follow the manufacturer’s torque specifications during reassembly to avoid compressing the gasket unevenly. On BMW 318i and BMW 320i engines, careful surface prep is important for long-term sealing performance.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is known for engine sealing technology used in demanding automotive applications. The 71-19738-50 gasket set is built to meet the sealing requirements of select BMW 318i and 320i models with a molded rubber design intended for dependable service in high-heat engine environments.