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Header EGR Pipe
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Oh, also weld all the way around the tube so there are no leaks, this was just a pic to show a friend how bad it was going for me.
Thursday at 2:28 PM
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I recently modified a pair of headers to include a port for the EGR tube. Removed the original fitting from the stock manifold and used...
Thursday at 2:11 PM
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The original owner of the truck eliminated the cats and booger welded some exhaust pieces in and in this last snow storm we got the...
Thursday at 1:56 PM
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I completely agree with you if you can weld, DIY. I’ll add being able to cut tubing reasonably quickly and accurately is very helpful...
Thursday at 1:43 PM
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The #1 question on exhaust systems is "Can you weld?" If so, DIY. If not, I'd head over to the local cheap muffler shop with the guy...
Thursday at 1:24 PM
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Ideally, it's the first thing you type into the text of the first post. If it's in the title, senile old folks like me forget between...
Thursday at 12:52 PM
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Is there a thread on using tall deck block with 96-99 vortec top end? Specifically the distributor used if using stock intake with tall...
Tuesday at 10:14 AM
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Definitely an improvement in sound. Couple more DB's in cab but healthier tone thru magnaflow dual in dual out muffler. No drone, can...
Tuesday at 10:11 AM
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Small update: plug wires back on. Motor running! No major issues with studs or EGR parts! Pics to come soon as weather has been wet and...
Tuesday at 10:06 AM
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ARP studs are what I used for mine with a little dab of blue loctite to keep them still. My gibsons rubbed the head bolts on both sides...
Tuesday at 10:06 AM
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Great help here^ JBA headers come with all new hardware which means all studs have to be removed. I am going to take the advice of the...
Tuesday at 10:03 AM
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This is excellent advice, and I love my oxy/acetylene torch too.
Tuesday at 10:01 AM
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Driving around is what rusted them in the first place. No harm in letting the hardware "marinade" in penetrating oil. MAP-Pro may or...
Tuesday at 10:00 AM
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Most of my shields rusted off. When I do wires next, I tentatively plan on using the newer style that's used on the LS and 8.1L.
Tuesday at 9:58 AM
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I have heat shields in my metal box to the scrapyard guy free + shipping (some have studs rusted on though) as well if he doesn't offer...
Tuesday at 9:58 AM
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