1963-1974 VW Beetle Bus Thing Merged Header Flange Gasket 3 Bolt Composite
Seal the merged header to muffler connection on your 1963-1974 air-cooled Volkswagen with this pair of large 3-bolt flange gaskets, composite material gaskets typically used as the sealing gasket on merged header systems.
These Volkswagen header flange gaskets are designed for the merged header application where the collector meets the muffler at the large 3-bolt flange. Composite gasket material delivers proper sealing under exhaust heat cycling, and the correct 3-bolt pattern matches the merged header flange dimensions across Beetle, Super Beetle, Bus, and Thing applications.
Sold as a pack of two — enough to seal both header flange connections in one order, or to keep a spare on hand for the next service interval. Replace whenever the merged header is removed for service.
Fits the Following Volkswagen Models:
- 1963-1974 VW Standard Beetle — Merged Header Application
- 1971-1974 VW Super Beetle — Merged Header Application
- 1963-1971 VW Bus — Merged Header Application
- 1974 VW Thing — Merged Header Application
Features and Benefits:
- Large 3-bolt merged header flange gasket for 1963-1974 Volkswagen Beetle, Super Beetle, Bus, and Thing applications
- Typically used as the sealing gasket on aftermarket and replacement merged header systems
- Composite gasket material for proper sealing under exhaust heat
- Correct 3-bolt pattern matches the merged header flange dimensions
- Sold as a pack of 2 — enough for both flange connections or one with a spare
- Seals the merged header to muffler connection for a tight, leak-free exhaust
- Cross-platform fitment across multiple air-cooled VW models
Material and Finish: Composite gasket material Volkswagen merged header flange gaskets. 3-bolt pattern. Sold as a pair.
Dimensions:
- Inner diameter: 63mm (2.48 inches)
- Bolt span: 75mm (2.95 inches)
- Thickness: 1.5mm (0.06 inches)
- Pattern: 3-bolt flange
Because Details Matter: A leaking exhaust flange takes power away from the engine and adds the kind of underhood drone that ruins an otherwise great-sounding air-cooled VW. The right composite gasket at the merged header flange does the simple, critical job of sealing the connection under heat cycling and pressure. This pair gives you both flanges covered in one order — small detail, real difference in how the exhaust performs and sounds.
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