Thank you everyone for your input. I had no responses before I reassembled so I applied the ultra copper as stated and torqued the few bolts I could get to with my torque wrench at 20ft lb then hand tightened all of them to a uniform feel. She started right up and low and behold No intake or exhaust leaks!! Now that my governor is removed there is a decent increase in the overall throttle response as well! While I had the manifolds apart I took the time to make sure my heat riser spring was wound properly and working correctly.
I have this site to thank for all of the advice and tips that I utilized to bring her back to this condition. Thanks again!


Curt Warren
Salt Lake City
1948 1.5ton Loadmaster
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