LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

Blocking EGR

Old Nov 10, 2007 | 07:31 PM
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Can I block off the pipe coming off the rear passenger header and the intake without throwing a code. The pipe is broke causing a major exhuast leak, and I would assume warm air going into the intake would hurt performance. So I figure the best thing to do is block it off. Oh and it is an OBD1 car.
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 07:48 PM
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Yes, it will throw a code once it sees the EGR isn't working. You might as well remove the EGR system unless you plan on fixing the header.
Oh and, the exhaust gas is actually cool in comparison to combustion chamber temperatures.
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 08:26 PM
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No, it won't throw a code as long as the egr solenoid remains plugged in. Just unhook the vacum hose that goes to the solenoid and leave the electrical plug in place. You can then remove and block the pipe and the egr valve. I'm sure someone will be along shortly to explain how this won't work, but my car has been running like that for almost a year without any codes.
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Old Nov 11, 2007 | 10:01 AM
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Thanks guys, anyone else have any input?
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Old Nov 11, 2007 | 01:32 PM
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i just blocked it on my v6 a year ago n no codes, and im actually thinkin bout doing it to my trans am right now haha
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Old Nov 11, 2007 | 06:50 PM
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Does anyone makes the block off plates? If so who? I need them asap cause I am about to go crazy with this leak.
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Just go to Home Depot and spend a few dollars on a piece of sheet metal and cut out your own. Then use RTV as the gasket.
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Old Nov 11, 2007 | 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Ralls
Just go to Home Depot and spend a few dollars on a piece of sheet metal and cut out your own. Then use RTV as the gasket.
That's exactly what I was thinking.
I installed a set of block off plates for a guy. He had bought them from some store.....and I know I could of made a better looking piece with a cut off wheel and a grinder!
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UMI makes a set of block off plates.
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