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Replacing intake manifold gaskets 460 efi

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Old 07-06-2014, 11:51 AM
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Replacing intake manifold gaskets 460 efi
Hey guys my intake manifold gaskets are leaking and I'm gonna replace em next weekend. I was wondering if anybody had any tips info or suggestions to make the job easier. Thanks
 
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Old 07-06-2014, 11:55 AM
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Take the little rubber pieces that come with the intake set and throw them right in the trash. Use RTV instead. a 1/4" bead works perfect
 
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Take the little rubber pieces that come with the intake set and throw them right in the trash. Use RTV instead. a 1/4" bead works perfect
Just outta curiosity why throw em out?
 
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Just outta curiosity why throw em out?
Because they leak every time
 
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Because they leak every time
Ok. I'll do that. Any other tips for doing this ?
 
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