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Old 08-15-2015, 12:21 AM
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I've recently been told I need to replace my valve cover & intake manifold gaskets. Someone told me to replace the injectors while the manifold is off. I spoke with a mechanic who is familiar with corvettes who said he rather have the existing injectors cleaned and re-calibrated. Which way should I go, clean and re-calibrate or replace with new aftermarket injectors ? Thanks a lot..........Dan
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what year is your car?
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Always supply pertinent information when asking questions. In your case you asked general engine questions. There are at least 5 different engines - 1984 crossfire, 1985 - 1991 L98, 1992 - 1996 LT1, 1990 - 1995 ZR 1 and 1996 LT4.
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If they are older injectors they are not compliant with the newer fuel additives and the seals will leak. If the costs to have them cleaned and checked or a few are bad is half or more than a new set, get a new set and not have worries later.
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The 'Vette is a 1987 tuned port with what I believe to be original 50K injectors. Should I have them cleaned/re-calibrated at 1/2 the cost or replace ? What are the best (cost is important) aftermarket injectors ? Thanks.............Danny
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Look into fuel injector connections and talk to John
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Injectors are like tires everyone has there preference. I run Accel in my LT1 and 91 ZR-1 never had any issues with them.

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