larry bud
Well-known member
Had a coolant leak at the intake manifold. I tore it down to the point of removed plenum, runners, and fuel rail, and it turns out a couple of the manifold bolts are loose.
Couple questions come to mind: Should I just torque down these bolts and put it back together, or should I tear it down and replace the gasket since I'm nearly there? (probably the latter).
Second, how do I prevent this from happening again? I replaced this same gasket myself 11 years ago, and I distinctly remember following the torque specs and torque order for the bolts from the GM Service manual. Should locktight be put on these?
Couple questions come to mind: Should I just torque down these bolts and put it back together, or should I tear it down and replace the gasket since I'm nearly there? (probably the latter).
Second, how do I prevent this from happening again? I replaced this same gasket myself 11 years ago, and I distinctly remember following the torque specs and torque order for the bolts from the GM Service manual. Should locktight be put on these?