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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Engine/Drivetrain => Topic started by: dez81 on November 18, 2005, 07:12:00 pm

Title: Do I need to change my headers?
Post by: dez81 on November 18, 2005, 07:12:00 pm

I have been getting a popping sound and hesitation from under the hood in my 81 C-10 v-8 350. I checked the headers and see a little white smoke stain on side of first pipes on the drivers side. There seems to be some air leakage there. Do I have to replace the headers or can I change the gaskets. If I have to change the gaskets what's the degree of difficulty?
Thanks  

Title: Re: Do I need to change my headers?
Post by: Blazin on November 20, 2005, 12:50:00 am

The only time you need to replace headers is if they are cracke or rusted out. First thing I would try is tightening them, ( while they are hot ). If that dosn't work then try the new gaskets. On a scale from one to ten ten being most dificult this job is a one for an experianced mechanic and at most a three for a weekend warior.

Title: Re: Do I need to change my headers?
Post by: dez81 on November 20, 2005, 05:36:00 pm

Thanks Blazin. I fit the weekend warrior mold so I may have to get it checked out by a pro. I want to learn and do as much of the work on this project as possible but I don't want to screw anything up either.

Title: Re: Do I need to change my headers?
Post by: Blazin on November 22, 2005, 05:21:00 am

It would be dificult to realy screw a header repair up.

Title: Header Repair
Post by: ciws14 on December 22, 2005, 07:31:00 am

You may have to bend yourself a cheap wrench to get to some bolts.  It's really run they are hot!!