exhaust manifold replacement?

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  1. Mav-Dude

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    I just found out I have one or more holes in my manifold and my first thought was "wow I need to get that replaced" but then I find out that whatever holes it has can be covered with sealant. Well I just found the part and am ready to purchase it but first I'd like to hear what you guys have to say.

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    Replace the manifolds. don't screw around with sealant...
     
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    Where are the holes? Choke heat riser tubes? If so, they can be sealed for the time being.
     
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    I-6?

    You should replace it. Unless you are determined to keep it stock, and the only place that you can find a replacement is from Ford, I would look at an aftermarket header. You can still keep it 'midasized' and quiet with a header and possibly help the performance as well as save some cash. I am not sure on this as I am not big I-6 follower. If you do find a used one, I would have it surfaced to insure an even fit at the cylinder head. I agree with the other guys, don't patch it.


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    POR 15 (www.por15.com) makes a manifold resto kit that they claim will repair cracks and pits etc. I haven't tried it myself but there appear to be lots of folks on the forum that swear by their other products.
     
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    thanx for the info guys

    Well I basically already decided to replace it, I got a por-15 and autokrafters catalog and I'm gonna get a new manifold from autokrafters and maybe use some por-15 coating to keep it good maybe. Well thanx for the help guys.

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