What does 'application specific design' mean for this gasket?

It means this gasket is engineered to fit the exact thermostat housing and engine block configuration for the specified applications. This ensures proper sealing and avoids issues that can arise from using a generic gasket.

Are these gaskets designed to handle less-than-perfect sealing surfaces?

Yes, Fel-Pro designs their gaskets specifically for the repair environment, which often includes imperfect sealing surfaces. They use proprietary materials and designs to help achieve a reliable seal even in these challenging conditions.

What is the benefit of a gasket meeting or exceeding original equipment specifications?

Meeting or exceeding original equipment (OE) specifications means the gasket is designed to perform at least as well as the part that came from the factory. This ensures proper function, durability, and a reliable seal for your engine's cooling system.

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Specifications

Brand: Fel-Pro
Part #: 17621
UPC: 084113176210

Fel-Pro 17621 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket Set

Name: Fel-Pro 17621 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket Set
Brand: Fel-Pro
SKU: fel-pro-fel-pro-17621-engine-coolant-thermostat-housing-gasket-set-t14-868732
Price: 24.60 USD
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Fel-Pro 17621 Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Gasket Set. This gasket set is designed for the repair environment to ensure a reliable seal.

Key Features

This set includes the gasket for your engine's coolant thermostat housing.
Designed specifically for the repair environment to ensure a reliable seal.
Manufactured with proprietary materials for innovative sealing solutions.
Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications.
Application specific design ensures a perfect fit.
Validated for fit, form, and function.

This gasket set is designed for various Chevrolet MER V6 and V8 engines, including 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L, and 8.2L displacements.

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About this part

Product Details

In this set, you get the gasket needed to properly seal your engine's coolant thermostat housing. Fel-Pro designs these gaskets specifically for the realities of repair work, meaning they're built to handle imperfect sealing surfaces and provide a dependable seal. They're made with proprietary materials that Fel-Pro has developed to offer reliable sealing solutions for common repair situations.

This gasket is application-specific, meaning it's made to fit your particular engine without issue. It meets or exceeds the original equipment specifications, so you can be confident in its performance. Fel-Pro has validated this gasket for proper fit, form, and function, ensuring it will work as intended when you install it.