Fel-Pro 35397 Engine Water Pump Gasket

Fel-Pro 35397 Water Pump Gasket for Ford V8 Applications

Fel-Pro 35397 is an engine water pump gasket built for Ford truck and van cooling system service. It uses application-specific paper material with a 0.030-inch thickness and a blue finish to support a precise seal at the water pump mounting surface.

Compatible With 1987-1997 Ford F-250, 1987-1997 Ford F-350, 1987-1996 Ford Bronco, and 1987-1996 Ford F-150 applications, this gasket is made for service work where sealing accuracy matters. The Fel-Pro 35397 part number is also referenced in cooling system repair searches for Ford E-Series vans and related truck platforms.

Key Features

• Engine water pump gasket for cooling system sealing
• Application-specific paper construction
• 0.030-inch thickness for controlled sealing surface engagement
• Blue color for easy identification during service
• Premium grade type for professional repair use
• 7 mounting holes for the listed applications

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 35397 is engineered as a replacement water pump gasket for Ford applications that require a reliable seal between the water pump and engine. Fel-Pro states that its gaskets are built for complete vehicle sealing using materials matched to the application, and this part follows that approach with a paper gasket profile suited to cooling system service. The Fel-Pro 35397 part number is commonly searched for Ford F-250, Ford F-350, and Ford Bronco water pump gasket replacement work.

This gasket cross-references MAHLE K30708 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Water pump seepage at the gasket surface
• Coolant leaks around the pump mounting area
• Sealing issues after water pump replacement
• Maintenance on aging Ford truck and van cooling systems
• Restoring a proper seal on Ford F-150, F-250, and Bronco service jobs

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove old gasket material, corrosion, and coolant residue. Verify the water pump flange and engine surface are flat and free of damage, then align the gasket carefully with the 7-hole pattern before tightening fasteners to the vehicle service specification.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro focuses on application-specific sealing materials and professional-grade gasket construction for dependable cooling system service. This part is built to support accurate fitment on the listed Ford applications.