Gates Engine Crankcase Breather Cap 31072
Gates Engine Crankcase Breather Cap 31072

Crankcase Breather Cap for 1975-1987 Ford F-150 & More - Gates 31072

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MPN: 31072
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Gates Engine Crankcase Breather Cap P/N:31072
Gates Engine Crankcase Breather Cap P/N:31072
$14.99

Gates 31072 oil & lubrication components for the 1975-1987 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 5.9L / 6.4L / 6.6L / 7.5L and other vehicles supply a crankcase breather cap that seals the oil filler opening.

  • Meets the requirements of emission control systems.
  • Sealed construction keeps engine crankcase gases from escaping into the atmosphere.
  • Heavy-gauge metal construction resists underhood heat and corrosion.
  • Oil filler caps should be cleaned or replaced every 12,000 miles to keep PCV systems working properly.

Oil seeping around the filler opening, a cap that sits loose or a rusted shell can mean the cap is worn, and a worn rubber seal can let crankcase gases out. A clogged PCV valve or a leaking valve cover gasket can be behind these signs too, so find the cause before you buy. This part is also called an engine oil breather cap.

The 1968-1996 Ford F-250 3.9L / 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 5.9L / 6.4L / 6.6L / 7.5L and the 1979-1985 Ford Mustang 3.3L / 4.2L / 5.0L take one cap each, and this cap fits them along with many other vehicles.

Specifications

Fit and size

  • Quantity per vehicle: 1
  • Shell outside diameter: 2.82 in
  • Neck diameter: 1.19 in
  • Cap neck depth: 2 in
  • Height: 2 in

Build and materials

  • Cam type: push fit
  • Housing material: metal
  • Gasket or seal material: rubber
  • Country of origin: China

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Gates 31072 fit my 1979-1985 Ford Mustang 3.3L / 4.2L / 5.0L?

Yes, Gates 31072 fits the 1979-1985 Ford Mustang 3.3L / 4.2L / 5.0L. It fits many other vehicles too, so look up your own car on the Buyer's Guide tab.

What are the neck and shell sizes of the Gates 31072 breather cap?

Gates 31072 has a neck diameter of 1.19 in and a cap neck depth of 2 in. The shell outside diameter is 2.82 in.

What is this breather cap made of, and is it sealed?

This cap has a metal housing and a rubber gasket or seal. Its sealed construction keeps engine crankcase gases from escaping into the atmosphere.

How often should an oil filler cap be cleaned or replaced?

For proper PCV system operation, oil filler caps should be cleaned or replaced every 12,000 miles. That interval applies to this breather cap.

What cam type does Gates 31072 use?

Gates 31072 uses a push-fit cam type. Its country of origin is China.

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