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Walker 31609 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket - Front Converter To Rear Converter or Y-Pipe To Converter
| Brand | Walker 31609 |
|---|---|
| Position | Y-Pipe To Converter and Front Converter To Rear Converter |
| Bolt Hole Center To Bolt Hole Center 1 | 3.35 |
| Bolt Hole Center To Bolt Hole Center 2 | 4.325 |
| Bolt Hole Diameter | Special |
| Gasket Type | 3 bolt |
| Material | Fiber with steel core |
| Port 1 Length | 3.75 |
| Port 1 Width | 2.5 |
| Thickness | 0.058 |
| Fits | Ford · 19 vehicles |
OE-compatible fit. Works with OE exhaust components and Walker aftermarket replacement parts.
Fiber with steel core. Combines sealing material with a steel core for added strength.
3-bolt gasket. Built for a secure exhaust flange seal.
Cross-references BRExhaust 256-1043, 13333-1 and EG24333 for the same application. See all 4.
Walker 31609 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket
Walker 31609 is an exhaust pipe flange gasket built for OE-style exhaust repairs where a sealed flange connection is required. It uses a fiber construction with a steel core to help maintain sealing integrity at the exhaust joint on select Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger applications.
Key Features
- Exhaust pipe flange gasket for 3-bolt flange connections
- Fiber with steel core construction
- Port 1 dimensions: 3.75 in. length x 2.5 in. width
- Thickness: 0.058 in.
- Bolt hole center to bolt hole center: 3.35 in. and 4.325 in.
- Special bolt hole diameter for the listed application
- Walker 31609 is designed to work with OE exhaust components and Walker aftermarket replacement parts
Application Details
Compatible with 1995-2000 Ford Explorer, Y-Pipe To Converter; 1995-1997 Ford Ranger, Y-Pipe To Converter; and 1998-2000 Ford Ranger, Front Converter To Rear Converter. This part cross-references BRExhaust 256-1043 for the same application.
Walker 31609 is used at the exhaust flange connection to help restore a tight seal between mating exhaust components. The 3-bolt layout and listed port dimensions make it a direct-match service part for the specified Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger exhaust repair locations. If you are replacing a leaking flange gasket on a Ford Explorer or Ford Ranger, Walker 31609 provides the correct fitment profile for the listed years and positions.
Common Repair Uses
- Exhaust leak at the flange connection
- Noise from a damaged or deteriorated gasket
- Loss of sealing between the Y-pipe and converter
- Leak at the front converter to rear converter joint
- Replacement during exhaust service on Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger models
Installation Notes
Inspect the flange surfaces for warping, corrosion, or carbon tracking before installation. Clean both mating faces thoroughly so the gasket can seat evenly, and verify bolt-hole alignment against the 3-bolt flange pattern before tightening. Use the listed dimensions and position data to confirm the correct application for your Ford Explorer or Ford Ranger exhaust repair.
Quality Assurance
Walker supplies exhaust sealing components in OE-style configurations for use with original equipment exhaust parts and Walker replacement systems. Part number 31609 is built to match the specified flange dimensions and application requirements for the listed Ford vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | # Doors | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | — | 4.0L | V6 | Front Converter To Rear Converter | — |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | — | 3.0L | V6 | Front Converter To Rear Converter | — |
| 1999 | Ford | Explorer | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1999 | Ford | Ranger | — | 4.0L | V6 | Front Converter To Rear Converter | — |
| 1999 | Ford | Ranger | — | 3.0L | V6 | Front Converter To Rear Converter | — |
| 1998 | Ford | Explorer | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | — | 4.0L | V6 | Front Converter To Rear Converter | — |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | — | 3.0L | V6 | Front Converter To Rear Converter | — |
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | — | 3.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1997 | Ford | Ranger | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | 2 Door | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | 4 Door | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | — | 3.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1996 | Ford | Ranger | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1995 | Ford | Explorer | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | — | 3.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
| 1995 | Ford | Ranger | — | 4.0L | V6 | Y-Pipe To Converter | — |
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