Just ordered my header...
#1
Just ordered my header...
... and I'm trying to anticipate any problems I may run across. When I read the other threads, some suggested getting a new donut gasket, some said they were able to use their current one.
My xA has only 12,000 miles on it. Will the original donut gasket be worn that much? Also, would I have any issues getting the bolts off the header flange? I'll be sure to soak them with Liquid Wrench for about an hour before trying to loosen 'em.
FWIW, I ordered the OBX 4-2-1 for $140 on eBay. Looks aren't important, functionality as well as driveability (low-midrange) is, thus the decision to get the 4-2-1.
- Al
My xA has only 12,000 miles on it. Will the original donut gasket be worn that much? Also, would I have any issues getting the bolts off the header flange? I'll be sure to soak them with Liquid Wrench for about an hour before trying to loosen 'em.
FWIW, I ordered the OBX 4-2-1 for $140 on eBay. Looks aren't important, functionality as well as driveability (low-midrange) is, thus the decision to get the 4-2-1.
- Al
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I would say take the extra precaution when taking the doughnut gasket off the stock header, that is when it is most vulnerable, you could severly damage it becuse its onthe stock header pretty tight. The two bolts are also a pain but like you stated some liquid wrench or PB blaster and some good old elbow grease, you should be fine. Good luck and have fun.
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