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Old 01-21-2005, 11:41 AM   #1
Paso76GMCstepper
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Flowtech Headers

Well a couple days ago I noticed a pretty good exhaust leak from the passenger side header. After checking it out further, part of the crappy fiber collector gasket was gone. Well I decided to replace it with the copper gaskets. Well I took it apart and low and behold the rolled part of the flange was rusted out and actually fell on the ground.

Well I had to replace the headers. I bought a set of Flowtech Headers at Kragen for $84.22.

I know they are cheep but WOW what a differance. I used the gaskets that came with them (grafoil) and Ultra Black silicone. I used the copper collector gaskets. I used some header bolts from Napa they have 7/16 heads and a allen hole in them so u can put them in with a socket and then torque em with a 7/16 box wrench. I used some Blue Locktight on the bolts.

The fit was PERFECT. All I had to do was use a file to remove some welding slag and paint of the header flanges.

Fow the price they are well worth it. I notice alot better power and they are so much quieter than what I had.

Anyway just thought I would rant this morning.

Once again Thanks to everyone for all the help and info I have recieved here.
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