Seal the joint where the exhaust pipe flange bolts to the manifold or collector and help keep combustion gases routed through the system with the FEL-PRO Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket 8985, also cataloged as a collector gasket. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement across a wide range of vintage Chevrolet cars and trucks from the late 1930s through the early 1960s — including the 1954 Chevrolet 1500, 1950 Bel Air, 1959-1960 El Camino, and 1960-1962 C10/C20/C30 pickups — built with the L6-3.5L, L6-3.8L, L6-3.9L, and L6-4.3L engines. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of 92 applications.
Designed for the real-world repair environment and imperfect sealing surfaces, this premium-grade gasket uses FEL-PRO's proprietary, application-specific materials for a dependable seal on troublesome exhaust joints.
Application-specific design: shaped for a precise fit at the exhaust flange.
Premium grade: validated for fit, form, and function.
Meets or exceeds OE specifications: engineered for the sealing repair environment.
Key specs: 0.060 in thick, single round port with a 2.063 in inside diameter, 2 bolt holes, and an irregular gasket shape.
Manufacturer part number 8985. Country of origin: United States.
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It seals the joint where the exhaust pipe flange bolts to the manifold or collector, helping keep combustion gases routed through the exhaust system instead of leaking at the connection.
Which vehicles does it fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for many vintage Chevrolet cars and trucks from the late 1930s to early 1960s with L6-3.5L, L6-3.8L, L6-3.9L, and L6-4.3L engines. See the Buyer's Guide tab for all 92 applications.
What are the gasket's specifications?
It's a premium-grade gasket measuring 0.060 in thick with a single round port (2.063 in inside diameter), 2 bolt holes, and an irregular shape.
Is this the same as a collector gasket?
Yes. FEL-PRO lists the 8985 as both an exhaust pipe flange gasket and a collector gasket; they refer to the same part.
What are signs this gasket may need replacing?
A ticking or hissing exhaust leak, a burnt smell, or soot around the pipe-to-manifold flange can be signs the gasket has failed. Diagnose the source before replacing.
FEL-PRO 61018 Exhaust Pipe Flange Gasket for Chevrolet CamaroFel-Pro® gaskets are specifically designed for the repair environment to deliver a reliable seal on even the most troublesome applications...
WARNING:
These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
