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Old Sep 1, 2008 | 10:38 PM
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I have a set of Kooks longtubes on my moded LS1 (436 RWHP) the headers have been on for about 4 1/2 years. I think the header gasket blew on the driver's side. Is it OK to drive it to the repair shop about (miles) or should I tow it. I plan on using GM gaskets part #12558573Should I also get new exhaust manifold bolts?
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Gentleman.
I have a set of Kooks longtubes on my moded LS1 (436 RWHP) the headers have been on for about 4 1/2 years. I think the header gasket blew on the driver's side. Is it OK to drive it to the repair shop about (miles) or should I tow it. I plan on using GM gaskets part #12558573Should I also get new exhaust manifold bolts?
Thanks for the info.
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You should be ok, just don't get on it. I think you will be fine with the existing bolts, but it never hurts to have spares. By the way, I used to be stationed at McConnell, can't say I miss Wichita at all...but it was a good assignment.
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