??? Header gaskets and bolts
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Melting Slicks
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??? Header gaskets and bolts
I just got a set of Stainless Works headers, Random Tech cats & X-pipe from Xtreme. THANKS NATE!!! :thumbs:
What header gasket should I use?
What header bolts should I use (factory?)?
I will have pics and sound files ASAP... :D
Thanks
:cheers:
What header gasket should I use?
What header bolts should I use (factory?)?
I will have pics and sound files ASAP... :D
Thanks
:cheers:
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Re: ??? Header gaskets and bolts (see5)
I used new stock gaskets and stock bolts with no leaks or problems.
When do these go in, Scott?
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Re: ??? Header gaskets and bolts (Patches)
There ya' go. That's what I'd do. Stock metal gaskets are pretty good. Bolts are only torqued to 18 ft. lbs. so the originals are fine or buy a new set if you're so inclined.
When do these go in, Scott?
When do these go in, Scott?
:cheers:
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Re: ??? Header gaskets and bolts (SideStep)
Shooting for the 14th of June... Where should I get the gaskets???
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Re: ??? Header gaskets and bolts (SideStep)
I have the same headers. Did you get the 1/4 inch flange or the 3/8. If you got the 1/4's then you will have to put a thick washer like a lock washer on the bolts. Otherwise the bolts will be to long. The stock manifold flange is much thicker. Also if you have problems with them leaking then I have a part number for an extra thick "Mr Gasket" that works really good, I had to use it myself.
[Modified by dave777, 8:33 PM 5/28/2003]
[Modified by dave777, 8:33 PM 5/28/2003]
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Re: ??? Header gaskets and bolts (dave777)
dave777,
Looks like I have the 1/4 flanges. How thick of a lock washer did you use??? What was the part# for the Mr. Gasket thick gasket???
Thanks,
:cheers:
Patches,
Hey Ed, I will let you know exactly when. I am using Mike's (mfrnka) lift. He lives near you... :D
:D
[Modified by SideStep, 6:17 PM 5/28/2003]
[Modified by SideStep, 9:15 PM 5/28/2003]
Looks like I have the 1/4 flanges. How thick of a lock washer did you use??? What was the part# for the Mr. Gasket thick gasket???
Thanks,
:cheers:
Patches,
Hey Ed, I will let you know exactly when. I am using Mike's (mfrnka) lift. He lives near you... :D
I have the same headers. Did you get the 1/4 inch flange or the 3/8. If you got the 1/4's then you will have to put a thick washer like a lock washer on the bolts. Otherwise the bolts will be to long. The stock manifold flange is much thicker. Also if you have problems with them leaking then I have a part number for an extra thick "Mr Gasket" that works really good, I had to use it myself.
[Modified by dave777, 8:33 PM 5/28/2003]
[Modified by dave777, 8:33 PM 5/28/2003]
[Modified by SideStep, 6:17 PM 5/28/2003]
[Modified by SideStep, 9:15 PM 5/28/2003]
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Re: ??? Header gaskets and bolts (SideStep)
Hey Ed, I will let you know exactly when. I am using Mike's (mfrnka) lift. He lives near you... :D