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| Re: [GMCnet] Header Gasket - Update [message #329514 is a reply to message #329506] |
Mon, 26 February 2018 08:51   |
jimk
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Be sure to re torque them as you'll be leaking soon
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> On Feb 26, 2018, at 3:18 AM, Russell Keith wrote:
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> Header gasket update; mission accomplished!! I used Emery's method, with one addition. After loosening all five bolts, I temporarily put in longer
> bolts in the outer two holes, where the gasket is slotted, so that I could move the header enough to clean it and the head, while it was supported by
> the longer bolts. Reassembly went well too, I put the new gasket in and started the two middle bolts, and then replaced the long end bolts with the
> proper bolts. Its nice when repairs go according to the plan. Thank you Emery!! By the way, I found two gaskets in there to remove. Wow. The exhaust
> noise is now gone. It sounds soooooo much better quiet. I'm a happy camper. :)
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> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/g7144-header-gasket.html
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> Russell Keith,
> 1978 Eleganza II "Harry" 403, Danny Dunn Tranny (w/shift kit, 3.50 sprockets, Allison), Thorley, Stock Brakes w/Remote Vacuum Brake Booster, Dakota
> Digital Dash, 6.5kW Onan, Dunedin, Florida
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