2F Exhaust Manifold Joint Leak

[Freeborn]

Also, FWIW, I spent a chunk of change on new springs and rings and the manifold was no better sealed. Since I'm running TBI I need no leaks, so I ended up grabbing some headers. The headers are great now that I have the installation settled, but it required a little bit of futzing. I also went with the Remflex gasket. It all ended up be way more expensive and time consuming than I wanted. Pretty par for the course.

 

[Wadesters]

Thanks for the help! I ordered 4 rings, 4 springs, and the OEM manifold gasket. I don't see torque specs in manual. Happen to know the specs and order?
Thank you

 

[Freeborn]

I want to say the torque spec is something like 35-40 ft-lb...don't quote me on it, but it's not nearly as much as you might expect. There are PDF manuals available here on mud that will have the exact spec. The pattern just works from the inside out starting with the two studs at the top/center and alternating on the way out between front and back. That pattern is also in the afore-mentioned manual.