Cylinder Head Gasket for 1975-1976 Ford F-150 & More - Fel-Pro 8554 PT

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$29.99
MPN: 8554PT
Item Package Code: EA
Part Has Core (Y/N): N
Item Package Quantity: 1
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FEL-PRO Engine Cylinder Head Gasket P/N:8554 PT
FEL-PRO Engine Cylinder Head Gasket P/N:8554 PT
$29.99

Seal the head-to-block joint on your V8 with the FEL-PRO engine cylinder head gasket 8554PT, a PermaTorque gasket built for the real-world repair environment. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1975-1976 Ford F-150 5.9L / 6.4L, 1957-1976 Ford F-250 5.4L / 5.8L / 5.9L / 6.4L and 1967-1970 Ford Mustang 6.4L / 7.0L, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.

FEL-PRO head gaskets are designed for the repair environment. They are made to give a reliable seal even on troublesome applications and on sealing surfaces that are less than perfect.

  • Proprietary coating: A nonstick, anti-friction coating helps seal small surface scratches and imperfections.
  • No-retorque design: The core helps eliminate the need to retorque the head bolts.
  • Made for imperfect surfaces: It is engineered and manufactured for the repair environment to help seal imperfect sealing surfaces.
  • Sealing technologies: FEL-PRO uses exclusive sealing innovations, proprietary materials and unique design features, all aimed at a superior seal for your repair.

Specifications: The gasket is 0.047 in thick, with a manufactured thickness range of .0468-.0572 in. The head gasket bore is 4.33 in (cylinder bore diameter 4.330 in). It is Premium grade, and the material is PermaTorque. Gasket sealant is not included. The listed applications use two head gaskets. Engine codes across the listed applications are V8-5.4L, V8-5.8L, V8-5.9L, V8-6.4L, V8-6.6L, V8-6.7L and V8-7.0L. Country of origin: United States.

Signs a head gasket may need replacing include unexplained coolant loss, white exhaust smoke, overheating, coolant mixing with oil, or low compression. These symptoms can have other causes, so diagnose the engine before you replace the gasket.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this FEL-PRO cylinder head gasket fit a 1957-1976 Ford F-250 5.4L / 5.8L / 5.9L / 6.4L or a 1967-1970 Ford Mustang 6.4L / 7.0L?

Yes. The listed applications include the 1957-1976 Ford F-250 5.4L / 5.8L / 5.9L / 6.4L and the 1967-1970 Ford Mustang 6.4L / 7.0L, and it is a direct-fit replacement for them. Check your engine code in the Buyer's Guide tab.

Do I need to retorque the head bolts after installation?

The no-retorque design helps eliminate the need to retorque the head bolts. Follow your vehicle's service information for torque specs, bolt sequence and whether the bolts may be reused.

What are the key specifications of this head gasket?

It is 0.047 in thick, with a manufactured range of .0468-.0572 in, and has a 4.33 in head gasket bore. It is a Premium-grade gasket, and the material is PermaTorque.

Is sealant included, and how many gaskets does the engine use?

Gasket sealant is not included. The listed applications use two head gaskets.

What are signs a head gasket may need replacing?

Common signs include unexplained coolant loss, white exhaust smoke, overheating, coolant mixing with oil, and low compression. These can have other causes, so diagnose the engine before replacing the gasket.