Mike, They ALL used the rings. Using the rings makes a better job, won't move around and less likely to leak. You can buy these from most truck vendors or make some from exhaust tubing. Also I like to use the Copper Coat gasket sealer for the manifolds.


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1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed