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Old 11-06-2006, 04:16 PM
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OK, so I got the stock headers off this past weekend. Going with everyone's advice and going to keep the stock gaskets. Question is this: Should I clean the gaskets? If so, with what? Thanks!

Also, Is there a special tool for getting the spark plug wires back ont eh plugs, once I hook everything back up? Haven't got to that point yet, but not looking forward to it either!
Old 11-06-2006, 04:18 PM
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actually if i were you, dont re-use the stockers but just get new ones. they arent but 20 bucks
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I reused my gaskets on my slp long tubes with out any leaks, just take a wire brush to clean up the surfaces, or just replace them. There is no special tools to install plug wires, just press on the rubber boot till you hear a "click noise".
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Originally Posted by notatruews6
There is no special tools to install plug wires, just press on the rubber boot till you hear a "click noise".


You want one click on the spark plug and two clicks on the coil.
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I have used the same gaskets 2 times...havent had a problem yet.
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As already stated, just use your stockers. Hell, I didn't even clean mine. Still no leaks.

Don't worry about the plugs & wires, they aren't as bad once the LT's are in. You will actually be able to get to them easier. And once again as stated above listen for the clicks on the plug & coil.
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Originally Posted by BIG_MIKE2005
As already stated, just use your stockers. Hell, I didn't even clean mine. Still no leaks.
Same here.




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