Try to double nut them with some locktite... also, make sure
you are using a lock washer to help hold that sucker in place.
You COULD take the bolt, drill a hole through it, put everything
back together, then put safety wire through.
Sam
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Brett Forehand
> Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2001 2:51 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Header leaks/headaches/heartburn
>
>
> Hey gang,
>
> I've been having problems with my Mopar headers leaking lately. The main
> culprit seems to be the passenger side header, where it connects to the
> Y-pipe. The bottom bolt/nut are the hardest ones to get to, and
> always seem
> to rust/loosen/leak. I've replaced the 5 grades with 8 grades, and still
> have the problem with leaking at the gasket. (Can't keep them tight).
>
> What are you old pro's running to keep these things tight? Would
> a simple
> pinch of locktite do the trick??? Do I need to use a liquid
> gasket material
> instead of a regular gasket?
>
> I'd appreciate any suggestions and advice!
>
> Brett Forehand
> '94 Dakota CC Sport
> http://www.wacokid.freehomepage.com/
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