Victor Reinz 71-14811-00 Differential Cover Gasket - Front or Rear

OE-Style Differential Cover Gasket for Dana 44 Axles

Victor Reinz 71-14811-00 is a differential cover gasket built for Dana 44 applications with an 8.5-inch ring gear and 10-bolt cover pattern. It is a one-piece gasket with a 0.031-inch thickness, sized at 9.400 inches long and 10.250 inches wide for a precise sealing surface.

For Jeep Wrangler, Ford F-150, and Dodge Ram 1500 Dana 44 axle service, this gasket supports clean resealing of the differential cover after maintenance or gear inspection. Victor Reinz OE sealing technology helps deliver a dependable fit for foreign and domestic driveline repairs.

Key Features

• Part number: 71-14811-00
• One-piece differential cover gasket
• 0.031-inch thickness for consistent sealing
• 10 bolt holes for Dana 44 cover applications
• Measures 9.400 inches long and 10.250 inches wide
• Designed for 8.5-inch ring gear Dana 44 axles
• Victor Reinz OE-quality sealing solution

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-14811-00 is a differential cover gasket for Dana 44 front and rear axle housings that use a 10-bolt cover and 8.5-inch ring gear. It is listed across a wide range of Jeep, Ford, Dodge, Chevrolet, GMC, Honda, and Isuzu applications, including Jeep TJ, Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco, Ford F-150, and Dodge Ramcharger models. This part cross-references MAHLE P27768T for the same application.

As an original equipment supplier, Victor Reinz focuses on sealing components that match OE engineering standards. That makes this gasket a practical choice for differential service where a clean, accurate seal matters after cover removal, fluid service, or axle inspection.

What It Helps Solve

• Differential cover oil seepage at the axle housing flange
• Fluid loss after gear oil changes or cover removal
• Sealing issues on Dana 44 front or rear axle service
• Leak repair on 10-bolt, 8.5-inch ring gear differential covers
• Maintenance work on Jeep, Ford, and Dodge Dana 44 axles

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify axle type, ring gear size, bolt count, and cover shape before installation.
• Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly before placing the gasket.
• Inspect the differential cover and housing flange for warping, corrosion, or damage.
• Use the vehicle-specific fitment notes to confirm front or rear application.
• Check fluid level after installation and recheck for seepage after the first drive.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an OE supplier known for gasket and sealing technology used by manufacturers worldwide. Part number 71-14811-00 is engineered as a direct sealing solution for confirmed Dana 44 applications, including Jeep Wrangler and Ford F-150 fitments listed above.