Fel-Pro 60480 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket - Manifold To Front Pipe

Fel-Pro 60480 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket

Fel-Pro 60480 is an exhaust pipe flange gasket for the manifold-to-front-pipe connection. It is built with application-specific sealing materials to support a tight exhaust seal on select Ford and Mercury vehicles.

Key Features

• Exhaust pipe flange gasket for manifold to front pipe service
• Application-specific sealing materials for vehicle-specific fitment
• Supports exhaust sealing performance in high-heat conditions
• Fits 1981-1990 Ford Escort, manifold to front pipe
• Fits 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, manifold to front pipe
• Fits 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, manifold to front pipe

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 60480 is made for exhaust sealing at the flange connection between the manifold and front pipe. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for 1981-1990 Ford Escort, 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, and 1982-1983 Mercury LN7 applications. This part number, 60480, is a practical choice when replacing a worn or leaking exhaust pipe flange gasket on these vehicles.

This part cross-references Gates 31525 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-front-pipe flange
• Noise from a failing exhaust seal
• Soot marks around the flange connection
• Loss of sealing integrity after gasket wear or heat cycling
• Service issues during exhaust manifold or front pipe repair

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the manifold-to-front-pipe position before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly so the gasket can seat evenly, and inspect the flange for warping, corrosion, or damage that could affect sealing. Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before ordering Fel-Pro 60480.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro focuses on vehicle-specific sealing solutions using materials selected for the application. The brand’s gasket engineering is aimed at dependable exhaust sealing performance for professional repair work.