installing intake
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installing intake
im installing my cast 4 barrell intake on my 390, and when i got the front and back intake gaskets outta the box, these have no little tabs on the ends to go in the notch on the head intake gaskets, they just sit there and theres a gap at each end, it doesnt look like it would keep it from leaking at all, why i ask is cuz the last time i overhauled an engine the gaskets had the tabs on the end and actually looked somewhat like they would work. so do the gaskets i have, will they work properly or what do you guys suggest.
P.S. let me know if you need me to be more specific.
P.S. let me know if you need me to be more specific.
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i figured thats what id end up doing, ill add plenty to make sure it holds, the last 360 i rebuilt its still holding up witn no leaks so i guess with these different gaskets ill see how it goes, thanks for your input.
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First mock up the intall, as in lay the gaskets down and set the manifold in, then take a look for your low spots. Add a little extra RTV where the low spots are just to be safe, as well as a little extra dab in the corners.
Should be good to go. --Mike
Should be good to go. --Mike
