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Cracked Header/Exhaust Manifold


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I'm not sure what my options are for a new header as my 86 ESIR one is cracked. My friend suggested looking for a performance header since I'm at this phase of restoring my long time family car I've had since I was a kid. I'm also unsure of my options for a new exhaust manifold. Thanks in advance!
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If you have a welder then grind a valley where the crack is, get the area to be welded red hot then mig weld the crack. Be sure to go past the crack with the grinding and welding. After that check to make sure the head surface is flat. Get it surfaced if it's not.

 

I've repaired 2 manifolds that way and haven't had issues yet. If you don't have a welder then an exhaust shop can do it for you.

 

 

If you don't like the idea of repairing yours then you can get a new one from Dad on this site.

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