I've got the same basic problem as Homer on a different thread. During a drive recently, a header bolt vibrated out, and the tell-tale ticking noise of a blown header gasket began eminating from under the hood. So this weekend, I'm changing the gaskets.
I've researched the old threads in this forum, and I'm switching to copper gaskets and locking header bolts with a drop of anti-seize on them. I read that several of you guys recommend loosening the header from the sidepipe to gain more access, and several recommended loosening the sidepipe brackets from the frame. Pros and cons to each?
Any other tricks you veterans know of that can make this nightmare of a job go easier?? I've got a 351W with iron GT40 heads.
Thanks,
Russ
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