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shipma3

10-25-2013 02:22 AM

tips on replacing header gaskets

the header bolts on my truck are rusty and i fear snapping them if i mess with it what tips could anyone give me to get these out to replace the header gasket as its ticking like a mad typewriter lately lol. thanks in advance also i know it is the gasket as i have checked everything else.

INSIDIOUS '86

10-25-2013 02:33 AM

Re: tips on replacing header gaskets

If they break then they were gonna break anyways . If they are six point then use a six point wrench.

85chevy86

10-25-2013 08:05 AM

Re: tips on replacing header gaskets

I have always made sure the motor was warm be for taking mine out

donut

10-25-2013 07:16 PM

Re: tips on replacing header gaskets

Motor warm helps (imo). I also take a punch, extension, whatever and "crack" the head of the bolt with a hammer. The shock seems to help.

Just make sure you hit it square. (The pin to the bolt, not the hand, fingers)

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