Fel-Pro 13161 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 13161 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 13161 is a blue performance-grade engine water pump gasket built for sealing accuracy in cooling system service. It uses application-specific materials to support a 100% vehicle sealing approach, helping restore a dependable seal where the water pump meets the engine.

Key Features

• Blue gasket material for easy identification during service
• 0.031 thickness for controlled sealing at the water pump interface
• Performance grade construction for demanding cooling system repairs
• Application-specific sealing material from Fel-Pro
• Direct replacement for Buick Riviera and Buick LeSabre applications

Product Details

This Fel-Pro 13161 engine water pump gasket is made for sealing the water pump to the engine on select Buick applications. It is listed for 1963-1966 Buick Riviera and 1962-1964 Buick LeSabre, making it a focused choice for classic Buick cooling system service. The 13161 part number is also referenced in interchange listings, including MAHLE K27580, for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Water pump coolant seepage at the gasket surface
• Coolant leaks after water pump replacement
• Sealing issues caused by aged or compressed gasket material
• Cooling system service on classic Buick Riviera and Buick LeSabre engines
• Loss of seal integrity at the pump-to-engine mounting face

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove all old gasket material, corrosion, and sealant residue. Verify the water pump and engine surfaces are flat and free of damage, then install the gasket according to the service procedure for the vehicle. Confirm fitment by year and model before ordering, especially for 1963-1966 Buick Riviera and 1962-1964 Buick LeSabre applications.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro gaskets are built around application-specific sealing materials and vehicle-focused fitment standards. Part number 13161 is engineered for sealing performance in cooling system service and is backed by Fel-Pro’s reputation for professional-grade gasket solutions.