Victor Reinz 71-14829-00 Differential Cover Gasket - Rear

Victor Reinz 71-14829-00 Differential Cover Gasket

Victor Reinz 71-14829-00 is a differential cover gasket built for Ford 9-inch rear axle applications and related 10-bolt cover patterns. With OE-quality gasket engineering and a precise one-piece configuration, it supports a clean seal for classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury driveline service.

Key Features

• One-piece differential cover gasket for consistent sealing
• Length: 11.875 in; width: 10.675 in
• Thickness: 0.033 in for a controlled sealing surface
• 10 bolt hole design for listed Ford 9-inch and related rear axle applications
• Victor Reinz OE-quality sealing technology
• Cross-references MAHLE P27994 and RD35035 / RDS55074 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Victor Reinz differential cover gasket is engineered for service on a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles using 9-inch, 8.75-inch, 9.375-inch, and select 8.75-inch rear axle configurations. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for classic driveline maintenance on models such as the Ford Bronco, Ford F-100, Ford F-150, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Cougar. The 10-bolt layout and one-piece construction help provide a uniform seal at the differential cover flange, while the 0.033-inch thickness supports proper compression during reassembly. Part number 71-14829-00 is a practical choice when servicing rear axle covers on vintage Ford and Mercury applications that require accurate gasket dimensions and OE-style sealing performance.

What It Helps Address

• Differential cover oil seepage at the axle housing flange
• Fluid loss from an aging or flattened gasket surface
• Service issues after differential inspection or gear oil replacement
• Seal failure on 10-bolt Ford 9-inch rear axle covers
• Maintenance needs on classic Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury rear ends

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean the differential cover and axle housing sealing surfaces thoroughly before installation. Verify bolt-hole count, cover dimensions, and axle type against the vehicle listing before assembly. For best results, confirm the rear axle configuration on the specific Ford Bronco, Ford F-100, or Mercury Marquis application and tighten fasteners evenly in a crisscross pattern to promote uniform gasket compression.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for OE-quality gasket technology and broad coverage across foreign and domestic vehicles. Part number 71-14829-00 reflects that OE-focused sealing approach for classic driveline service.