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Caterpillar 3406E, C15, C15 ACERT Spacer Plate: How It Controls Liner Height and Sealing

The spacer plate in a Caterpillar 3406E, C15, and C15 ACERT is not just a structural component.

It is a critical part of the engine’s sealing system.

It directly controls:

  • Cylinder Liner Protrusion
  • Head Gasket Clamping Force
  • Combustion Sealing Integrity

If the spacer plate is worn, damaged, or machined incorrectly, the entire sealing system is compromised.

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