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Old Oct 1, 2012 | 11:11 PM
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When replacing my spark plugs I thought it would help to remove the AIR connector on the passenger side. Unlike the other side the gasket did not stick in place but instead fell down into oblivion. I had to drive the car since it is my daily driver so I doubt I’ll find the gasket anymore. I do smell a very very faint exhaust smell but nothing horrible. I’d still like to get this thing back to normal running order.

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My question is where can I pick one of these up? I’ve looked for diagrams online and the major retailers however I just can’t find it.

All help is appreciated!!!

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Just use a gasket maker? That's what I would do.

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Old Oct 1, 2012 | 11:21 PM
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Well that makes perfect sense!

I'm going to assume this kind of thing that would exist at most auto parts stores? It seems like a pretty universal item.

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Oh!

It's a liquid...?

So I"m guessing put a minut drop on the face of the area and spread it thin? Push plates together and there you go?

Does this liquid have to get reapplied every time you remove the part?


I was hopping for something that was a sheet of manifold material that I would need to cut out.
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Old Oct 1, 2012 | 11:38 PM
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Oh!

It's a liquid...?

So I"m guessing put a minut drop on the face of the area and spread it thin? Push plates together and there you go?

Does this liquid have to get reapplied every time you remove the part?


I was hopping for something that was a sheet of manifold material that I would need to cut out.
How about something like this?

Any auto parts store should have both kinds in stock!

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GM part #12553617. Try Parts Taxi or Gene at GM Parts House, both forum vendors.
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GM part #12553617. Try Parts Taxi or Gene at GM Parts House, both forum vendors.

Or you could get the right part, I guess! lol

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Just buy the gasket, simple, clean, and cheap.
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GM part #12553617. Try Parts Taxi or Gene at GM Parts House, both forum vendors.
Or you could get the right part, I guess! lol

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This is exactly what I needed to do.
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