Mahle T27842 Engine Timing Cover Gasket

Engine Timing Cover Gasket for Ford V8 Applications

The Mahle T27842 engine timing cover gasket is an OEM-standard sealing solution for classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. Built with paper gasket material, it supports accurate sealing at the timing cover to help maintain proper engine oil control on a wide range of 1968-1997 vehicles.

Key Features

• OEM Standard item grade for factory-style fit and sealing performance
• Paper timing cover gasket material
• Engine timing cover gasket for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models
• Mahle sealing product backed by OE-focused manufacturing standards
• Part number T27842 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Mahle T27842 is an engine timing cover gasket made for drivers and technicians servicing older Ford platforms, including the Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, E-250 Econoline, E-350 Econoline, Mustang, Thunderbird, and related Lincoln Continental and Mercury Marquis, Cougar, Montego, Colony Park, Marauder, and Grand Marquis applications. This gasket is built to OEM standard expectations and uses paper material for the timing cover sealing surface. This part cross-references FEL-PRO 45024 for the same application.

What This Gasket Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the timing cover sealing surface
• Loss of sealing integrity during timing cover service
• Leak concerns after engine front cover removal
• Replacement needs during engine reseal work
• Service on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury engines with timing cover access

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installation and remove all old gasket material, sealant residue, and oil film. Verify the timing cover and engine block surfaces are flat and free of damage before assembly. This listing notes a fitment exclusion for vehicles using a paper engine oil pan gasket, so confirm the engine sealing configuration before ordering. Fits 1997 Ford F-250 HD, N/A; Fits 1983-1997 Ford F-350, N/A; Fits 1975-1996 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A; Fits 1975-1979 Ford F-150, N/A; Fits 1968-1978 Lincoln Continental, N/A; Fits 1969-1978 Mercury Marquis, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Mahle supplies sealing products used by OEMs and technicians worldwide, and this gasket is produced to OEM-standard expectations for consistent service fitment. Part number T27842 is the reference for ordering and verification.