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#30781 07/29/2004 2:27 AM | Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 | Which way does the shiny side go on the gasket between the manifolds?
Winona
1949 3100 5 Window Deluxe Cab
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#30782 07/29/2004 3:18 AM | Joined: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,096 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Feb 2001 Posts: 1,096 | put the shiney side to the colder face , ie , the intake side. | | |
#30783 07/29/2004 3:36 AM | Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 |
Winona
1949 3100 5 Window Deluxe Cab
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#30784 07/29/2004 7:59 PM | Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 2,773 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 2,773 | A bit of advice on manifold installation. Chevy had problems with leaky manifolds on their inline six engines due to the design. Several years back I started installing them with Ultra-copper RTV. I place a thin bead (about 1/4" thick) between the gasket and the manifold, then bolt the manifold on and tighten the bolts. Inspect for gaps, and redo with more sealant if there are any. Don't start the engine for 24 hours, allowing the RTV time to cure. At that time you can trim away the excess with a sharp knife or razor blade if desired.
I haven't had a leaky manifold since.
Fred
52 3600
69 C-10
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#30785 07/29/2004 8:35 PM | Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 | Fred, do I put the RTV on all manifold gaskets (intake, exhaust, and in-between)?
Winona
1949 3100 5 Window Deluxe Cab
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#30786 07/29/2004 9:35 PM | Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 Riding in the Passing Lane | | Riding in the Passing Lane Joined: Jun 2004 Posts: 8,597 | I have used this methed many times. I put it on
all gasket surfaces.
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#30787 07/30/2004 4:17 AM | Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 2,773 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 2,773 | Originally posted by 49erGal:
Fred, do I put the RTV on all manifold gaskets (intake, exhaust, and in-between)? Yes. What I do is apply the sealant directly to the manifold mating surfaces.
Fred
52 3600
69 C-10
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#30788 07/30/2004 8:53 PM | Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 Member | | Member Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 117 | Thanks, guys. Slowly, but surely, I'm learning.
Winona
1949 3100 5 Window Deluxe Cab
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#30789 08/01/2004 8:56 PM | Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,820 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,820 | :confused: :confused:
Hey, Guys, what happens if you don't turn the "shinny" side out against the manifold?
"Truckin' Around .......... Since 1937!" My name is Joe and I am addicted to Classic Country Music. I just can't hep myself.Operators are standing by to take your calls! Now cruising in the Passing Lane | | |
#30790 08/01/2004 9:11 PM | Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 56 Member | | Member Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 56 | Just a reminder;
Don't tighten the bolts connecting the two manifolds together until you have tightened the bolts between the manifolds and the head.
Forgetting this will result in cracked manifolds and leaks.
'31 Chevy 1 1/2 ton,
'42 GMC 2 1/2 ton 6x4,
'52 GMC 2 1/2 ton 6x6,
'53 GMC 5 ton
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#30791 08/02/2004 12:33 AM | Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,820 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,820 | :confused: :confused:
Ok - let me try again - what I meant is: What happens if you turn the "shinny" side in, against the head?
"Truckin' Around .......... Since 1937!" My name is Joe and I am addicted to Classic Country Music. I just can't hep myself.Operators are standing by to take your calls! Now cruising in the Passing Lane | | |
#30792 08/02/2004 12:52 AM | Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 510 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Dec 2003 Posts: 510 | Originally posted by 6cylindersovertexas:
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Ok - let me try again - what I meant is: What happens if you turn the "shinny" side in, against the head? On V8s (ok, "twin-4s") I've used 2 sets of FelPro exhaust manifold gaskets many times. I put them back to back so that there's a shiny side facing the header and one facing the head. Works fine. I don't see why you couldn't do that with your I6 gasket. Matter of fact, that's what I'd reccomend doing...using 2 gaskets back-to-back. | | |
#30793 08/02/2004 9:03 PM | Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 2,773 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2000 Posts: 2,773 | Originally posted by 49erGal:
Thanks, guys. Slowly, but surely, I'm learning. That's how we all got where we are today.  Lot's of questions and lot's of experimentation, even a few things destroyed in the process. Best if you can learn from someone else's mistakes. It's usually cheaper that way. I really like these forums where people are willing to share their hard-earned knowledge. Makes it so much better for those without as much experience to succeed. I would love to be in a position where I did nothing but advise people in matters such as this. Unfortunately, I have to keep some cash flowing in to support my hobbies.
Fred
52 3600
69 C-10
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