Replace a worn, damaged, bent, incorrect, or missing bellhousing separator plate on your 1969-1973 Mercury Cougar equipped with a 351W V8 and FMX automatic transmission. Designed for compatible 6-bolt, 164-tooth flywheel applications, this factory-style reproduction installs between the engine and transmission bellhousing to support proper drivetrain alignment and starter indexing.
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1969-1973 Cougar Fitment: Designed for compatible Mercury Cougar bellhousing separator plate applications.
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351W V8 Application: Intended for compatible vehicles equipped with a 351W V8 engine.
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FMX Automatic Application: Designed for vehicles equipped with an FMX automatic transmission.
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6-Bolt, 164-Tooth Flywheel: Intended for compatible 6-bolt, 164-tooth flywheel applications.
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Bellhousing Placement: Installs between the engine and transmission bellhousing.
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Starter Alignment Support: Helps provide the proper starter indexing and shimming relationship for operation.
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Drivetrain Support: Supports alignment at the engine-to-transmission bellhousing connection point.
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Factory-Style Reproduction: Designed as an original-style replacement for compatible applications.
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Replacement Use: Replaces a worn, damaged, incorrect, bent, or missing bellhousing separator plate.
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Package Dimensions: Measures 19 in. L x 15 in. W x 1 in. H.
This bellhousing separator plate installs between the 351W V8 engine and FMX automatic transmission bellhousing on compatible 1969-1973 Mercury Cougar applications. It supports the drivetrain connection point and helps establish the proper relationship for starter indexing and shimming.
A worn, bent, damaged, incorrect, or missing separator plate can affect drivetrain fitment and starter alignment at the bellhousing. Replacing it with this factory-style reproduction helps restore the intended plate between the 351W V8 engine and FMX automatic transmission on compatible 6-bolt, 164-tooth flywheel applications.
Restore proper bellhousing alignment on your 1969-1973 Mercury Cougar 351W V8 with FMX automatic transmission using this factory-style separator plate for 6-bolt, 164-tooth flywheel applications.
| Product Details |
| Make |
Mercury |
| Model |
Cougar |
| Year Range |
1969-1973 |
| Product Type |
Bellhousing separator plate |
| Quantity |
1 |
| Engine |
351W V8 |
| Transmission |
FMX automatic |
| Flywheel Application |
6-bolt, 164-tooth flywheel |
| Style |
Factory-style reproduction |
| Installation Location |
Between engine and transmission bellhousing |
| Function |
Supports drivetrain alignment and proper starter indexing and shimming |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces worn, damaged, incorrect, bent, or missing bellhousing separator plates |
| Service Area |
Bellhousing alignment, starter indexing, and drivetrain service |
| Package Dimensions |
19 in. L x 15 in. W x 1 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
2.2 lb. |
