Problem with LGs????
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5th Gear
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: Albuquerque New Mexico
Problem with LGs????
Today I took my 2000 Vette to a local Corvette shop to have my new LG Longtube headers installed. When I told to mechanic that I had LGs he stated that the last two sets he installed had problems. He said that they could not get them to seal properly.
I was just curious if anyone else has had issues with them, and if so what is a possible remedy. Im just hoping mine fit perfectly, but want to be prepared if not.
I was just curious if anyone else has had issues with them, and if so what is a possible remedy. Im just hoping mine fit perfectly, but want to be prepared if not.
Racer
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Any system that uses slip fit connections is going to have occasional problems sealing 100%, which in the C5's case is all of them - I don't know of a single header system that doesn't have at least some slip fit type connections.
My understanding of why the connections are not flanged is for space/ground clearance concerns.
My understanding of why the connections are not flanged is for space/ground clearance concerns.
Race Director
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Pasco WA
Put mine on in my garage, on jackstands. Not being a mechanic, I didn't square the flange before installing them. They've since been off 3-4 times for various projects, and with MLS gaskets, have never leaked.
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From: At the beach in little Rhody
Only issue I have seen with regards to leaking was at the slip joints. If it happens, there are different clamps that will seal them up tight. So don't worry about it, there is a simple solution on the off chance they leak.
