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92sleeperGT
Member # 8076
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I have an exhaust leak coming from the passenger side header.so i want to replace both header gaskets on both sides with new header bolts.
i'd take a shot on doing the job but i don't have many tools at this time.
if someone is willing to help me out on doing the job for some $$$ let me know asap.
i know its not really job but with my lag of tools and experiance can only lead to more issues.
thanks [ June 10, 2010, 07:59 PM: Message edited by: 92sleeperGT ]
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blown95svt
Member # 8893
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im in antelope and can do it this weekend? pm me for more info.
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phonso302
Member # 9260
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doubt you wanna drive here to El Sobrante but I can help you out at no cost...
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92sleeperGT
Member # 8076
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quote: Originally posted by phonso302: doubt you wanna drive here to El Sobrante but I can help you out at no cost...
Thanks guy But I have no clue where that's at?
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fasthatch
Member # 7277
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quote: Originally posted by 92sleeperGT: quote: Originally posted by phonso302: doubt you wanna drive here to El Sobrante but I can help you out at no cost...
Thanks guy But I have no clue where that's at?
by richmond
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Secnd2nun64
Member # 1431
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I would suggest getting some remflex gaskets. They wont blow out on you.
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92sleeperGT
Member # 8076
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okay thanks but i was looking for someone near sac.
how would copper gasket turn out?
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Secnd2nun64
Member # 1431
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I never had luck with coppers plus they are pricey. I was blowing out gaskets each time I went to the dragstip until I put the remflex gaskets on. They are like $25 a set. Google search and check out their website. Carquest sells them.
I would also try changing them yourself. You just have to loosen the collector at the bottom of the header and then take the bolts off the header going into the head. Usually a 3/8 wrench will work on those bolts. Probably a one day project if its your first time. Just have a cold six pack in the fridge ready in case of emergency frustrations. [ June 11, 2010, 02:59 AM: Message edited by: Secnd2nun64 ]
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92sleeperGT
Member # 8076
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quote: Originally posted by Secnd2nun64: I never had luck with coppers plus they are pricey. I was blowing out gaskets each time I went to the dragstip until I put the remflex gaskets on. They are like $25 a set. Google search and check out their website. Carquest sells them.
I would also try changing them yourself. You just have to loosen the collector at the bottom of the header and then take the bolts off the header going into the head. Usually a 3/8 wrench will work on those bolts. Probably a one day project if its your first time. Just have a cold six pack in the fridge ready in case of emergency frustrations.
haha is very tempting to do so but i just feel like im going to mess something up,i know you got to learn some way and go true hell sometimes.but for now ill save my frustrations for another day
thanks for the gasket recommendation im going to go that route
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turbo50
Member # 6700
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Ive had GREAT luck with these.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/LCT-37466/
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SUM-111430/
Also I put the bead towards the header flange.
I use this on turbo cars as well and no leaks thus far. [ June 11, 2010, 11:17 AM: Message edited by: turbo50 ]
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blown95svt
Member # 8893
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I have alwaysed used the felpro 1415's on my cars
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