Mahle VS39761 Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set

Engine Valve Cover Gasket Set for Ford and Mercury

The Mahle VS39761 engine valve cover gasket set is built for sealing service on select Ford and Mercury applications. It uses cork-rubber construction and OEM-standard grading to help maintain a secure seal at the valve cover.

• Cork-rubber valve cover gasket material for dependable sealing
• OEM Standard item grade for service replacement use
• Contains valve cover gaskets only
• 14 mounting holes for the specified applications
• PCV valve grommet not included
• Part number: VS39761

Detailed Product Overview

Mahle gasket products are used by OEMs and technicians worldwide for sealing applications, and the VS39761 follows that service-focused approach. This engine valve cover gasket set is made from cork-rubber and measures 0.12 in. thick (2.96 mm), providing the material profile needed for valve cover sealing on classic Ford and Mercury engines. The VS39761 is a direct-fit sealing solution for vehicles such as the 1986 Ford Aerostar, 1984-1985 Ford Bronco II, 1983-1985 Ford Ranger, and 1975-1979 Ford Pinto. It also applies to the 1975-1979 Mercury Bobcat and 1972-1977 Mercury Capri. This part cross-references FEL-PRO (e.g., VS 50115 C, VS 50115 R) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Oil seepage around the valve cover perimeter
• Loss of sealing integrity from aged or compressed gasket material
• Maintenance needs on Ford Ranger and Ford Bronco II valve cover service
• Leak-related residue buildup near the cylinder head area
• Replacement of worn cork-rubber valve cover gaskets on classic Ford and Mercury engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the valve cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces are clean, flat, and free of old gasket material before installation. Verify the 14 mounting-hole layout matches the application, and note that a PCV valve grommet is not included. Use the correct torque sequence for the valve cover fasteners to help maintain an even seal.

Quality Assurance

Mahle gasket components are supplied as OEM-standard sealing products and are backed by the brand’s reputation for OE-level service parts used across global repair markets. Part number VS39761 is built for the listed Ford and Mercury applications.