Re installing heads on 97 SS...

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Jan 4, 2013 | 09:02 AM

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Re installing heads on 97 SS...

So i purchased the Fel Pro head gaskets and Bolt kit... Are these gonna be ok? Heads have been off for a month or so.. I have the cylinders taped off as not to let any debris inside. Just purchased car and there is "some" small surface rust inside cylinder walls.. I cleaned, placed a light coat of oil inside and taped when i got the car home. I'll be throwing some new lifters in as well.

Anything i am missing?

Jan 4, 2013 | 12:57 PM

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Thread sealer? New intake manifold gaskets? Permatex copper for the seal for the front and rear of the intake manifold to the block.

Jan 4, 2013 | 01:34 PM

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Permatex copper for the seal for the front and rear of the intake manifold to the block.

Whats the purpose here? I have never done that.

Jan 4, 2013 | 01:46 PM

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Whats the purpose here? I have never done that.

True. usually a thin coat of Elmers glue should do.

Jan 4, 2013 | 03:28 PM

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True. usually a thin coat of Elmers glue should do.

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Jan 4, 2013 | 05:10 PM

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Dont forget to torque the bolts properly and in sequence and try to do it all warm.
Lube and seal the bolts the same for conformity. Make sure all surfaces are FLAT and CLEAN!!!!