Fel-Pro 61062 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket - Manifold To Converter

Fel-Pro 61062 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket

Fel-Pro 61062 is an exhaust pipe flange gasket built for a secure seal at the manifold-to-converter connection. It is a direct-fit option for 1998-2003 Ford Escort applications and uses application-specific materials to support reliable exhaust sealing.

Key Features

• Fits 1998-2003 Ford Escort, manifold to converter
• Exhaust pipe flange gasket for a round single-port connection
• Irregular gasket shape for the specified flange design
• Premium grade construction for service-focused sealing performance
• 0.176 in. thickness for the listed application
• 2-bolt hole layout for the confirmed fitment
• Port inside diameter: 2.645 in.

Detailed Description

Fel-Pro 61062 is engineered for exhaust sealing at the manifold-to-converter joint on 1998-2003 Ford Escort models. The gasket uses application-specific materials and a premium-grade design to help maintain a tight seal where exhaust flow and heat place constant stress on the flange connection. If you are replacing a worn exhaust flange gasket on a Ford Escort, Fel-Pro 61062 provides the correct shape, port layout, and thickness for the listed application. This part cross-references MAHLE F32740 for the same application.

What This Gasket Helps Address

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-converter flange
• Noise from a failing exhaust seal
• Soot or residue around the flange connection
• Loss of sealing integrity from heat cycling and vibration
• Fitment issues caused by a damaged or distorted gasket surface

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the flange shape, port size, and 2-bolt pattern before installation. Clean both sealing surfaces thoroughly so the gasket can seat evenly, and inspect the mating flanges for warping, corrosion, or pitting that could affect the seal. For Ford Escort exhaust repair work, verify the manifold-to-converter position matches the vehicle configuration before ordering Fel-Pro 61062.

Quality Assurance

Fel-Pro states that its gaskets are built around application-specific materials and vehicle sealing requirements to deliver dependable sealing performance trusted by professionals. Fel-Pro 61062 is made for the confirmed 1998-2003 Ford Escort manifold-to-converter application.