Elevate your Big Block 460's performance with our robust steel Water Pump Backing Plate. This ideal replacement ensures a perfect fit for M-8501-C460 and production water pumps, making those elusive OEM parts a thing of the past.
Key Features
- Great replacement backing plate for hard to find OEM plate
- Made from steel material
- Fits M-8501-C460 Water Pump and production water pumps
- Genuine Ford Performance intercoolers
- Exact configuration is identified by the Ford Performance part number
Fitment
This product references a vehicle or engine family but does not support a complete independent year-make-model claim from the available evidence. Confirm the exact engine, platform, connector, dimensions, and manufacturer part number before ordering.
Specifications
| Brand | Ford Performance |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | M-8501-460BP |
| Product Type | Intercoolers |
| Condition | New |
| Material | steel |
| Finish | black |
What's Included
One new Ford Racing product identified by manufacturer part number M-8501-460BP. Additional fittings, fluids, hoses, wiring, tuning, tools, and hardware are included only when expressly stated for this exact part number.
About Ford Racing
Ford Racing, now known as Ford Performance, develops factory-engineered powertrain, chassis, suspension, braking, wheel, appearance, and vehicle accessory parts. Correct selection depends on the exact Ford Performance part number and every documented vehicle, engine, drivetrain, body, and factory-equipment requirement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I confirm Ford Racing M-8501-460BP fits?
Match the exact engine or component family, dimensions, connector or mounting interface, and manufacturer part number. Contact us before ordering when any of those details differ.
What is included with Ford Racing M-8501-460BP?
The listing includes only the components stated in the What's Included section. Related fittings, wiring, fluids, tools, and supporting parts are not included unless expressly listed.
Does installation require tuning or additional parts?
Requirements vary by application. Confirm tuning, calibration, fluids, seals, fittings, wiring, specialty tools, and supporting modifications before installation.
Installation Instructions
- Verify the exact application and inspect every included component before installation.
- Follow the current Ford Racing instructions for the exact part number, including all torque, sealing, wiring, fluid, clearance, priming, and calibration requirements.
- Check for leaks, fault codes, abnormal operation, and loose connections after startup and again after the initial drive.
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