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Old Dec 1, 2010 | 11:44 PM
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Intake gaskit failure

Does anybody know exactly what part of the intake gaskit is prone to failure ? I mean if you tear it apart how can you tell ? When I tear it down id like an idea of what to look for . Thanks in advance
 
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Old Dec 2, 2010 | 05:58 AM
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What kind of leak do you have? Vacuum or coolant related?
 
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Old Dec 2, 2010 | 07:14 AM
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It also helps to know what engine you're dealing with.
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Old Dec 2, 2010 | 08:28 AM
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https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...d-on-5-4l.html
 
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Old Dec 2, 2010 | 09:08 AM
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I have a coolant leak, 97 F-150 4.2 engine
 
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That is exactly the kind of infomation I am looking for , but for a 4.2 engine . Thanks for that infomation I will save it in my archives I might need it later
 
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