this is the part of the manifold that connects directly with the block.

should i be concerned about the "dents" in the opening? they are slightly raised, so it may be a problem with seepage...

any opinions? could use some advice.

sand it down and ready to go? any advice?


[Modified by Soup ****, 9:53 PM 8/14/2002]

 

that pic isnt that great, but it should sit flush, to allow no exhaust leakage.
if its a custom piece youve made, i wouldnt worry too much about perfect
circumference welds..but if youve bought that thing,
just sand down the openings as round as possible..

and manifolds get bolted to heads, not blocks,

 

thanks!

oh, and if there are little bits and shavings inside the manifold...whats the best way to get it out? cloth? ... i guess i'll try compressed air.

 

brake cleaner ( in a can)
or rinse it with gasoline

 

that looks fine, no need to worry at all. The weld looks like it controue the runner and i really doubt it will leak. rough picture but a little touch (not much!!!) with a die grinder wouldnt hurt, but i assure you it would only be for peace of mind. It would really make no measureable performance difference whatsoever.

 

if its stainless steel just use a hose, the coolant is water soluble and the chips will just let go.

 

Sell me your rear emblem and I'll tell you ;-)

 

clog the hole with a rag before you grind

 

Looks like a pic from the Apollo moon landing...


{Best Homer Voice} NASA....

 

haha