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Jun 23, 2007 | 09:38 PM

01redws6ta

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pacesetter LT's question

Well, I just got my new set of these and they came with copper gaskets, bolts, etc. Are the supplied copper gaskets better than the steel GM ones or should I just go with those? And, which bolts...stock or supplied ones? Thanks for any input!

Jun 23, 2007 | 09:50 PM

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i reused with no problems at all

Jun 24, 2007 | 10:59 AM

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I also reused stock gaskets with no leaks at all

Jun 24, 2007 | 11:05 AM

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I reused the stock ones also.. no problems yet... make sure you retorque the header bolts after 300-500 miles...

Jun 24, 2007 | 11:09 AM

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The copper gaskets are junk. Reuse the OEM ones or just buy some new GM gaskets, $19.99....that's what I did. I reused the stock bolts, no problems either.

Jun 24, 2007 | 04:50 PM

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Thanks for the feedback guys. I will use my new GM gaskets and reuse the stock bolts then.

Jun 24, 2007 | 04:53 PM

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+1 on reusing the old gaskets and studs. No leaks and no problems. enjoy the headers and do yourself a favor...run around your neighborhood at least once or twice with open headers. you won't regret it