Fel-Pro 35046 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35046 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35046 is a premium engine water pump gasket built for sealing the water pump to the engine with application-specific materials. The blue paper construction and 0.030-inch thickness support a precise seal for classic Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile applications.

Compatible with 1969-1981 Pontiac Bonneville, Catalina, Firebird, Grand LeMans, Grand Prix, Laurentian, LeMans, Parisienne, Grand Am, GTO, and Tempest, plus select Buick Century, Regal, LeSabre, Skylark, and Oldsmobile Delta 88, 98, and Custom Cruiser applications.

Key Features

• Fel-Pro 35046 engine water pump gasket for sealing the water pump interface
• Paper gasket material with blue finish
• 0.030-inch thickness for application-specific fit
• Premium grade type for repair and replacement use
• 11 mounting holes for the listed applications
• Cross-references MAHLE K27149 and Stant 12033 for the same application

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro gaskets are engineered around vehicle-specific sealing needs, and this water pump gasket follows that approach with a paper construction selected for the listed engines. Fel-Pro 35046 is used where the water pump meets the engine, helping maintain a clean sealing surface on classic GM platforms including Pontiac Firebird, Pontiac Grand Prix, Buick LeSabre, and Oldsmobile Delta 88 applications. The 0.030-inch thickness and premium-grade material support consistent sealing performance during cooling system service.

What It Is Used For

• Water pump seepage at the gasket surface
• Coolant leaks around the pump-to-engine joint
• Sealing issues after water pump replacement
• Cooling system service on older Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile engines
• Restoration or maintenance of original-style cooling system sealing

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove all old gasket material, corrosion, and coolant residue. Verify the water pump and engine surfaces are flat and follow the vehicle service procedure for torque sequence and coolant refill. Confirm fitment against the specific year, make, and model before installation; this part is listed for 1969-1981 Pontiac Bonneville, Catalina, Firebird, Grand LeMans, Grand Prix, Laurentian, LeMans, Parisienne, Grand Am, GTO, and Tempest, along with select Buick and Oldsmobile applications.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro focuses on vehicle-specific sealing solutions using materials chosen for the application. Part number 35046 is built to meet the sealing demands of the listed water pump applications and is backed by Fel-Pro’s reputation for professional-grade gasket design.