Product Description
CUMMINS 3800487 OEM LOWER ENGINE GASKET KIT FOR 1998.5-2002 5.9L CUMMINS VP44
The CUMMINS 3800487 OEM LOWER ENGINE GASKET KIT is the genuine bottom-end sealing kit for 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks equipped with the 5.9L ISB 24-valve VP44 Cummins engine.
This genuine Cummins lower engine gasket kit includes critical lower-end gaskets, crankshaft seals, sealing washers, and related sealing components required during bottom-end reseals, in-frame overhauls, and major engine service.
Built using genuine Cummins sealing materials and OE specifications, this kit helps ensure proper sealing, leak prevention, and long-term durability.
FEATURES
- Genuine OEM Cummins lower engine gasket kit
- Designed for VP44-era 5.9L ISB Cummins engines
- Includes front and rear crankshaft seals
- Includes critical lower-end sealing components
- Designed for proper OE fitment and sealing
- Ideal for engine rebuilds and reseal projects
- Suitable for truck and select industrial ISB/QSB applications
FITMENT
- 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9L ISB 24V VP44
- 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 5.9L ISB 24V VP44
- Select industrial and off-highway ISB/QSB 5.9 applications
Fitment Note: Always verify compatibility using VIN, ESN, or CPL before ordering.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Oil pan gasket
- Gear housing gaskets
- Rear cover gaskets
- Oil cooler gaskets
- Oil filter head gasket
- Pushrod or side cover gasket
- Piston cooling nozzle seals
- Front crankshaft seal and installation sleeve
- Rear crankshaft seal and installation sleeve
- O-rings and sealing washers
CROSS-REFERENCE
- Cummins 3800487
- Cummins 3800833
- Cummins 3802980
- Interstate McBee M-3800487
- Interstate McBee M-3800833
- PAI 131608
- PAI 131726
- PAI 131899
- Reviva 131899R
COMPANION PARTS
- Cummins upper engine gasket kit
- Cummins piston kits
- Cummins oil pan assemblies
- Cummins crankshaft seals
- Cummins valve cover gaskets
INSTALLATION NOTES
- Verify VIN, ESN, and CPL before installation
- Clean all gasket surfaces thoroughly before assembly
- Use supplied crankshaft seal sleeves during installation
- Follow Cummins torque specifications and procedures
- Inspect for leaks after the first heat cycle
SPECIFICATIONS
- Brand: Cummins
- Part Number: 3800487
- Product Type: Lower engine gasket kit
- Engine Platform: 5.9L ISB and QSB Cummins
- Primary Fitment: 1998.5-2002 Dodge Ram 5.9L VP44
- Industrial Compatibility: Select ISB and QSB applications
- Shipping Weight: Approximately 3.8 pounds
- Shipping Method: Standard ground shipping
- Condition: New genuine Cummins OEM kit
FAQ
Will this fit my 1998.5-2002 5.9L Cummins Ram?
Yes. This is the OEM lower engine gasket kit for VP44-equipped 5.9L ISB 24-valve engines used in 1998.5-2002 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks.
What is included in the Cummins 3800487 kit?
The kit typically includes oil pan gaskets, gear housing gaskets, oil cooler gaskets, crankshaft seals, O-rings, sealing washers, and related lower-end sealing components.
Is this a genuine Cummins gasket kit?
Yes. This is a genuine Cummins OEM lower engine gasket kit.
Will this fit a 2003-2007 common rail 5.9L Cummins?
No. Common rail 5.9L engines use a different lower gasket kit.
Why is matching the ESN or CPL important?
Engine serial number and CPL verification help ensure the correct sealing components are supplied for your specific engine configuration.
