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Feb 11, 2013 | 07:51 PM

CRF450R

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Used Header Install

I am installing a used set of headers that I recently purchased on the forum. I have all the clamps/hardware as well as the o2 extensions. I do not have gaskets. Can i reuse the original gasket? If not, can anyone recommend a gasket? Thanks in advance.

Feb 11, 2013 | 07:57 PM

jsilvz

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I had no problem reusing the factory exhaust gaskets

Feb 11, 2013 | 08:01 PM

C5kid

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Def. reuse the metal gaskets. They don't leak and can be re-used a bunch of times as long as you don't bend them up.

Feb 12, 2013 | 01:28 PM

Bedouin

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In case you're looking for some good instruction or torque specs, Pfadt's site has a great install write up..

Feb 12, 2013 | 01:34 PM

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In case you're looking for some good instruction or torque specs, Pfadt's site has a great install write up..

Thanks Bedouin!

We recommend the MLS (Multi Layer Steel) gaskets like the OEM and the Cometic ones we offer. So reusing the OEM ones will be a good solution for you.

Feb 14, 2013 | 06:12 PM

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Thanks for the info. The write up on PFADT's site is excellent.

Feb 15, 2013 | 10:17 AM

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the header install is real easy. knocked mine out in about 2 hours. you going catless?

Feb 15, 2013 | 11:26 AM

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the header install is real easy. knocked mine out in about 2 hours. you going catless?

yes i am going catless ... should i still use the rear o2 sensors?

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Feb 15, 2013 | 11:34 AM

mriley1

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yes, i did. i bought the sensor extensions and zip tied everything up. i am no pro, and this was my first header install on anything ever but it was a breeze

Feb 15, 2013 | 11:36 AM

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mriley1

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i didnt even have a lift. basic hand tools and jacking it up onto cinder blocks is the route i took. probably couldve got it done sooner if i had a lift and didnt have to crawl around on the ground