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Elring 168.000 Engine Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Elring 168.000 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Mixture Formation | Prechamber engine |
| Material | Nbr (nitrile butadiene rubber) |
| Fits | Ford · 24 vehicles |
NBR rubber construction. Provides flexible sealing performance in engine service conditions.
Engine sealing part. Helps maintain a tight seal at the valve cover interface.
Cross-references 1811398C91 and E3TZ-6584-F for the same application. See all 2.
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Engine Valve Cover Gasket Overview
Elring 168.000 is an engine valve cover gasket built for direct sealing service on select Ford diesel applications. It is made from NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) and is intended to help maintain a tight seal where oil control matters.
Compatible with Ford F-350, Ford F-250, Ford E-350 Econoline, and Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon applications listed below, this gasket supports reliable sealing for engines using a prechamber fuel mixture formation design. The Elring 168.000 part number is also referenced by 1811398C91 and E3TZ-6584-F for the same application.
Key Features
- NBR rubber construction for sealing performance and oil resistance
- Engine valve cover gasket for service and replacement use
- Application-specific fitment for select Ford diesel engines
- Supports leak control at the valve cover sealing surface
- Elring 168.000 identification for parts matching and ordering
Detailed Description
Elring 168.000 is a replacement engine valve cover gasket engineered for Ford truck and van diesel applications with a prechamber engine design. The NBR material provides a flexible sealing surface suited to engine environments where heat, oil exposure, and long-term sealing stability are important. For buyers searching for a Ford F-350 valve cover gasket, Ford F-250 engine gasket, or Ford E-350 Econoline sealing component, this part number offers a focused match for the listed vehicles.
Elring supplies sealing components across a wide range of engine service categories, including camshaft seals, crankcase gaskets, and thermostat O-rings. That product focus is reflected in this gasket’s purpose: maintain a dependable seal and reduce the chance of oil seepage at the valve cover interface. Part number 168.000 should be verified against the vehicle application and engine configuration before installation.
What This Part Helps Address
- Oil seepage from the valve cover sealing area
- Loss of sealing integrity after gasket wear or hardening
- Engine bay contamination from minor gasket leaks
- Service replacement needs on listed Ford diesel applications
- Fitment matching for a Ford valve cover gasket replacement
Installation Notes and Tips
Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and inspect the valve cover for warping, cracks, or residue that could affect sealing. Confirm the engine configuration and compare the old gasket profile to Elring 168.000 before assembly. Use the listed fitment data to verify compatibility with your Ford F-350, Ford F-250, Ford E-350 Econoline, or Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon application.
Quality Assurance
Elring focuses on gaskets and seals for engine service, with products engineered to support reliable sealing and reduced leakage. The 168.000 part number is cross-referenced to 1811398C91 and E3TZ-6584-F for the same application.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | F-350 | Base | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | Eddie Bauer | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | Special | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1995 | Ford | F-250 | Eddie Bauer | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1995 | Ford | F-350 | Eddie Bauer | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1994 | Ford | F-250 | XL | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1994 | Ford | F-350 | XL | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1993 | Ford | F-250 | XL | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1993 | Ford | F-350 | XL | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1992 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | Base | Stripped Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1992 | Ford | F-250 | Custom | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1992 | Ford | F-350 | Custom | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1991 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | Custom | Standard Passenger Van | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1991 | Ford | F-250 | Custom | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1991 | Ford | F-350 | Custom | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1990 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | Custom | Standard Passenger Van | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1990 | Ford | F-250 | Custom | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1990 | Ford | F-350 | Custom | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1989 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | Custom | Standard Passenger Van | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1989 | Ford | F-250 | Custom | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1989 | Ford | F-350 | Custom | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1988 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | Custom | Standard Passenger Van | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1988 | Ford | F-250 | Custom | Extended Cab Pickup | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
| 1988 | Ford | F-350 | Custom | Cab & Chassis | RWD | 7.3L | V8 | — |
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