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Fel-Pro 72579 Carburetor Choke Tube Gasket
Reliable Carburetor Choke Tube Gasket for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury
The Fel-Pro 72579 carburetor choke tube gasket is designed to provide a secure and durable seal for your vehicle's choke tube assembly. Engineered for premium performance, this gasket is compatible with a range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models, ensuring proper fit and function.
- Premium grade gasket material for enhanced durability
- Two mounting holes for precise and secure installation
- Compatible with Ford Bronco, F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Mustang, and Thunderbird
- Fits Lincoln Continental, Mark series, Grand Marquis, and Mercury Cougar, Colony Park, Montego
- Part number 72579 for easy identification and replacement
Durable Design and Precise Fitment
The Fel-Pro 72579 gasket is manufactured to meet strict quality standards, ensuring a reliable seal between the carburetor choke tube and intake manifold. Its premium grade construction resists heat and chemical exposure common in air and fuel delivery systems. With two mounting holes, this gasket aligns accurately for a secure fit, reducing the risk of vacuum leaks and improving engine performance. This part is specifically designed for use in various Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including popular models such as the Ford Mustang and Lincoln Continental.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
This carburetor choke tube gasket is compatible with multiple Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including:
- Ford Bronco, F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Mustang, Thunderbird
- Lincoln Continental, Colony Park, Grand Marquis, LTD, Marquis
- Mercury Cougar, Montego
It is ideal for addressing issues related to choke tube sealing and maintaining proper air-fuel mixture control.
Common Issues Addressed by Fel-Pro 72579
- Prevents vacuum leaks caused by worn or damaged choke tube gaskets
- Eliminates rough idling and stalling related to air leaks
- Helps maintain proper choke operation for cold starts
- Reduces fuel inefficiency due to improper sealing
- Prevents contamination of the carburetor choke tube area
Installation Notes and Tips
Ensure the mounting surfaces are clean and free of old gasket material before installation. Align the gasket using the two mounting holes to secure it properly. Avoid over-tightening bolts to prevent gasket damage. This part number 72579 is designed for direct replacement on compatible Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models, facilitating straightforward installation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Fel-Pro gaskets are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications, providing reliable sealing performance. The premium grade material used in the 72579 gasket offers resistance to heat and chemical exposure typical in carburetor systems. While specific warranty details are not provided, Fel-Pro products are known for consistent quality and durability in automotive sealing applications.
| Brand | Fel-Pro |
| Part Number | 72579 |
| Grade Type | Premium |
| Mounting Hole Quantity | 2 |
This part fits 117 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Ford | Bronco | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | Bronco | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-100 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-100 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-150 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-250 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-350 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Ford | Thunderbird | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Lincoln | Continental | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1979 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | Bronco | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | Bronco | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-100 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-100 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-150 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-250 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-350 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | Thunderbird | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Ford | Thunderbird | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Lincoln | Continental | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Cougar | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1978 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-100 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-100 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-150 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-150 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-250 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-250 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-350 | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | F-350 | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | Thunderbird | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Ford | Thunderbird | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Lincoln | Continental | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Mercury | Cougar | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1977 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Mercury | Cougar | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1976 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Mercury | Cougar | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1975 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Ford | Thunderbird | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Colony Park | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Cougar | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1974 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Ford | Mustang | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Ford | Thunderbird | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Colony Park | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Cougar | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1973 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Ford | Mustang | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Ford | Thunderbird | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Colony Park | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Colony Park | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1972 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Ford | LTD | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Ford | Mustang | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Ford | Thunderbird | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Mercury | Colony Park | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Mercury | Colony Park | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Mercury | Marquis | 6.6L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1971 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1970 | Ford | LTD | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1970 | Ford | Mustang | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1970 | Mercury | Colony Park | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1970 | Mercury | Cougar | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1970 | Mercury | Marquis | 5.8L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1970 | Mercury | Montego | 5.8L | V8 | N/A |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.