Victor Reinz 71-13859-00 Drive Axle Shaft Flange Gasket - Rear

OE-Quality Rear Axle Flange Gasket

Victor Reinz 71-13859-00 is a drive axle shaft flange gasket built for rear axle sealing service on select Ford applications. It is engineered to deliver OE-level sealing performance for a precise repair on classic Mustang and Pinto driveline assemblies.

• Drive axle shaft flange gasket for rear axle service
• OE-quality gasket technology from Victor Reinz
• Designed for a precise seal at the axle flange interface
• Fits 1964-1969 Ford Mustang, rear, with 2-11/16in I.D. and 4 bolt holes
• Fits 1971-1973 Ford Pinto, rear, with 2-11/16in I.D. and 4 bolt holes

Application Details

Victor Reinz 71-13859-00 is used where the drive axle shaft flange meets the rear axle housing, helping restore a proper seal during service. This part cross-references Catco 4978 for the same application. For buyers searching Ford Mustang rear axle flange gasket or Ford Pinto rear axle shaft gasket replacement, this part number provides a direct match to the listed fitment.

Common Repair Uses

• Rear axle flange seepage at the shaft-to-housing sealing surface
• Oil leakage around the axle shaft flange area
• Service replacement during rear axle disassembly
• Seal renewal on classic Ford Mustang and Ford Pinto rear axle assemblies

Installation Notes

Verify the axle flange dimensions before installation. This gasket is listed for rear position applications with 2-11/16in I.D. and 4 bolt holes, so confirm the housing and flange pattern match the vehicle before assembly. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the flange for damage or distortion before installing the new gasket.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz supplies original equipment sealing technology and serves manufacturers worldwide, with coverage across foreign and domestic vehicles. The 71-13859-00 gasket is built to the same OE-focused engineering approach used in Victor Reinz sealing products.