Replacing intake manifold gaskets - need help

[Chuck 97 GTS]

Well, it finally happened. My 97 developed the infamous IM gasket leak.

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Me and a buddy are going to perform the operation when the parts arrive. Any tips, tricks or advise from those who have 'been there, done that' would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

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[Chuck 97 GTS]

Thanks to Marv S. for the hints via email. Anybody else have any advise on this?

 

[Chuck 97 GTS]

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by steveb:
Chuck, Where does this leak usually ocurr? How many miles are on your car?
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I just clicked over 3000 miles on my car. I'm not sure if there is a common place for them to leak; mine seems to be at the #10 cylinder port. This is 97 issue; other years didn't use the problematic (194F) gasket.

 

[SteveBCloud9]

Was there a SB on it? Dodge may just do it for free. Doesn't hurt to ask. Try Shawn at Schaumburg Dodge, tell him I sent you, he may be able to swing it. Only 3,000 miles? Yikes.

 

[SteveBCloud9]

Chuck, Where does this leak usually ocurr? How many miles are on your car?