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Old 04-08-09, 03:55 PM
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header gasket leak?

definite "clicking" sound coming from engine to header gasket. got a new one from RB installed but still there. I believe the top right bolt is stripped. I would like some input as to how and fix this. thanks.
Old 04-08-09, 03:59 PM
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You can take the header off and change the stud. That would definitely make a exhaust leak if its not sealing with all 4 bolts.
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what are some adverse effects of a leak here? bad mileage etc?
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I started replacing the nuts that bolt my header to the engine.....i noticed a chunk of gasket missing on the side.....I'm gonna order a new one tomorrow.
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I misread the title at first. I thought it said "Head gasket leak?". I was ready to come in here and flame but i was disappointed. lol.
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haha yah my friend kept calling it that while we were putting it on.
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I had the same symptom as you after I put my RB header up, I kept chasing after the clicking noise, but I did some reading on the forum and what I ended up finding out was that there will be a small amount of clicking noise in the header area due to the size of the wall on the header compared to that of the old "tub".

It will be really faint, but if it is louder than normal, it probably is that torn gasket, if you replace it and it is still there, you will get used to it.
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