Dorman 576-163 Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank for 1983-1984 Thunderbird and Cougar
Dorman 576-163 is a replacement steel fuel tank engineered to match the fit and function of the original tank on specified vehicles. It is built for 1983 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar models with pump-in-tank applications, plus 1984 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar applications.
- Steel construction with a gray painted finish
- 18-gallon capacity
- Baffled sump for fuel control
- Lock ring included
- Package contents: fuel tank, lock ring, and O-ring
- Compatible with 1983 Ford Thunderbird, w/Pump in Tank
- Compatible with 1983 Mercury Cougar, w/Pump in Tank
- Compatible with 1984 Ford Thunderbird
- Compatible with 1984 Mercury Cougar
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman fuel tank, part number 576-163, is shaped to follow the original tank dimensions and mounting layout for the listed Thunderbird and Cougar applications. The steel body measures 45 inches long, 27 inches wide, and 8.75 inches high, with a painted coating to help protect the tank surface. The baffled sump supports more consistent fuel pickup under driving conditions where fuel movement can affect delivery.
This part cross-references Ford OE numbers E4SZ9002B and F23D for the same application. If you are replacing a worn, rusted, or leaking tank on a 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird or Mercury Cougar, Dorman 576-163 provides the correct tank format for those vehicle-specific fuel storage needs.
What This Fuel Tank Helps Address
- Fuel leaks caused by corrosion or tank damage
- Rust contamination inside an aging steel tank
- Poor fuel storage from a deteriorated original tank
- Fuel delivery issues related to a damaged baffled sump area
- Replacement needs on 1983 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar, w/Pump in Tank, and 1984 Thunderbird and Cougar applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment before installation, especially for 1983 models with pump-in-tank configuration. This tank includes a lock ring and O-ring, but does not include mounting straps, sending unit, or filler neck. Transfer or source the required vehicle-specific components as needed, and confirm all sealing surfaces are clean before assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement fuel tank to match original fit and function on the listed applications. The steel construction, included lock ring, and application-specific dimensions support a direct replacement approach for the specified Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar models.
Original: $231.36
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$80.98Dorman 576-163 Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank for 1983-1984 Thunderbird and Cougar
Dorman 576-163 is a replacement steel fuel tank engineered to match the fit and function of the original tank on specified vehicles. It is built for 1983 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar models with pump-in-tank applications, plus 1984 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar applications.
- Steel construction with a gray painted finish
- 18-gallon capacity
- Baffled sump for fuel control
- Lock ring included
- Package contents: fuel tank, lock ring, and O-ring
- Compatible with 1983 Ford Thunderbird, w/Pump in Tank
- Compatible with 1983 Mercury Cougar, w/Pump in Tank
- Compatible with 1984 Ford Thunderbird
- Compatible with 1984 Mercury Cougar
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman fuel tank, part number 576-163, is shaped to follow the original tank dimensions and mounting layout for the listed Thunderbird and Cougar applications. The steel body measures 45 inches long, 27 inches wide, and 8.75 inches high, with a painted coating to help protect the tank surface. The baffled sump supports more consistent fuel pickup under driving conditions where fuel movement can affect delivery.
This part cross-references Ford OE numbers E4SZ9002B and F23D for the same application. If you are replacing a worn, rusted, or leaking tank on a 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird or Mercury Cougar, Dorman 576-163 provides the correct tank format for those vehicle-specific fuel storage needs.
What This Fuel Tank Helps Address
- Fuel leaks caused by corrosion or tank damage
- Rust contamination inside an aging steel tank
- Poor fuel storage from a deteriorated original tank
- Fuel delivery issues related to a damaged baffled sump area
- Replacement needs on 1983 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar, w/Pump in Tank, and 1984 Thunderbird and Cougar applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment before installation, especially for 1983 models with pump-in-tank configuration. This tank includes a lock ring and O-ring, but does not include mounting straps, sending unit, or filler neck. Transfer or source the required vehicle-specific components as needed, and confirm all sealing surfaces are clean before assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement fuel tank to match original fit and function on the listed applications. The steel construction, included lock ring, and application-specific dimensions support a direct replacement approach for the specified Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar models.
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Description
Fuel Tank for 1983-1984 Thunderbird and Cougar
Dorman 576-163 is a replacement steel fuel tank engineered to match the fit and function of the original tank on specified vehicles. It is built for 1983 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar models with pump-in-tank applications, plus 1984 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar applications.
- Steel construction with a gray painted finish
- 18-gallon capacity
- Baffled sump for fuel control
- Lock ring included
- Package contents: fuel tank, lock ring, and O-ring
- Compatible with 1983 Ford Thunderbird, w/Pump in Tank
- Compatible with 1983 Mercury Cougar, w/Pump in Tank
- Compatible with 1984 Ford Thunderbird
- Compatible with 1984 Mercury Cougar
Detailed Product Overview
This Dorman fuel tank, part number 576-163, is shaped to follow the original tank dimensions and mounting layout for the listed Thunderbird and Cougar applications. The steel body measures 45 inches long, 27 inches wide, and 8.75 inches high, with a painted coating to help protect the tank surface. The baffled sump supports more consistent fuel pickup under driving conditions where fuel movement can affect delivery.
This part cross-references Ford OE numbers E4SZ9002B and F23D for the same application. If you are replacing a worn, rusted, or leaking tank on a 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird or Mercury Cougar, Dorman 576-163 provides the correct tank format for those vehicle-specific fuel storage needs.
What This Fuel Tank Helps Address
- Fuel leaks caused by corrosion or tank damage
- Rust contamination inside an aging steel tank
- Poor fuel storage from a deteriorated original tank
- Fuel delivery issues related to a damaged baffled sump area
- Replacement needs on 1983 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar, w/Pump in Tank, and 1984 Thunderbird and Cougar applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle fitment before installation, especially for 1983 models with pump-in-tank configuration. This tank includes a lock ring and O-ring, but does not include mounting straps, sending unit, or filler neck. Transfer or source the required vehicle-specific components as needed, and confirm all sealing surfaces are clean before assembly.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement fuel tank to match original fit and function on the listed applications. The steel construction, included lock ring, and application-specific dimensions support a direct replacement approach for the specified Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar models.
