Re: info on intake manifold gaskets-67 Ford FE 428

"Back in the day".... these things had cork end gaskets... Install those 
with contact cement and add a dab of RTV at each corner.... The "Y" joint
is 
the usual culprit for leaks.

To install the manifiold, I'd lay a couple of long socket extensions,
pieces 
of cold rolled or even rebar on top of the heads... Position the manifold
as 
close as I can and then get into an embarassing position.... Lift slightly

on the manifold and have an assistant slide the sup****ts out and drop the 
manifold into place....


"sanpablo" <rchapman@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message 
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>I have to pull the intake on my 428 FE as there is an oil leak at the
> back gasket. Any advice or tips would be appreciated. I've been told
> not to use the end gaskets and just use RTV sealant where they would
> go. Any other experiences you've had and advice would be welcome.
> thanks.