RE: Header leaks/headaches/heartburn

From: Ronald Wong (ron-wong@home.com)
Date: Tue Mar 27 2001 - 00:54:44 EST


I've had no problems so far but mine are only about six months old. I did
torque them down several times during the first month. I use the regular
gaskets in mine and they came with all grade 8 bolts.

Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
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-----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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