Is an exhaust manifold leak something that can cause problems?
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Is an exhaust manifold leak something that can cause problems?
Hi everyone,back again with another question.
The O2 sensor and Seafoam fixed my milage so far but I have noticed I have an exhaust manifold leak thats been getting worse slowly.
Will this cause any problems long term?
I can replace it soon but its chilly here in Minnesota so if I can wait a while that would be cool?
Thanks for any info,
Russell
The O2 sensor and Seafoam fixed my milage so far but I have noticed I have an exhaust manifold leak thats been getting worse slowly.
Will this cause any problems long term?
I can replace it soon but its chilly here in Minnesota so if I can wait a while that would be cool?
Thanks for any info,
Russell
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Hi,thanks for responding!
It's above the second plug toward the front of the truck on the left side.
I was worried about the exhaust valves ect..hopefully it's not going to cause problems there.
Thanks for any info you can offer!
It's above the second plug toward the front of the truck on the left side.
I was worried about the exhaust valves ect..hopefully it's not going to cause problems there.
Thanks for any info you can offer!
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The leak would have to be a little more than jus a crack in the iron to cause a temperature issue with the exhaust valve at that point. Jerry brazed a crack in an F 350 that was open to access on top pf the manifold about two years ago and it's still in place. Caution, the truck is used only to haul hay/trailer on the farm and he is very good with the brazing torch. Don't know what the longevity factor would be on the highway with a constant, everyday use thermal cycle.
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You can get a replacement manifold somewhere like 1-a auto parts for between $50 and $75 for most of these trucks. If you drive it everyday it was a matter of how long I could stand the gushing sound that the leak made until I fixed it.
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