Sporto
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On my 302 the left side stock exhaust manifold leaks at the head. I have a gasket on there from a while ago, however it has been so long since I had the Bronco on the road (passed inspection yesterday!) that I don't remember if it leaked before or not.
Anyway I am looking for suggestions on how to tame this leak. It is at the back of left side.
My questions are...
Should I use studs instead of bolts?
Do I need a gasket at all?
Can these cast iron manifolds warp over time and if so can they be planed?
What have you guys done to seal these at the head.
I am seriously out of money on this so headers are not in the card right now. I am stuck with this setup, and I don't mind it as long as I can get this leak sealed up.
Looking for ideas and experiences!
Thanks
Rich
Anyway I am looking for suggestions on how to tame this leak. It is at the back of left side.
My questions are...
Should I use studs instead of bolts?
Do I need a gasket at all?
Can these cast iron manifolds warp over time and if so can they be planed?
What have you guys done to seal these at the head.
I am seriously out of money on this so headers are not in the card right now. I am stuck with this setup, and I don't mind it as long as I can get this leak sealed up.
Looking for ideas and experiences!
Thanks
Rich
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