John Twist says to use a cork gasket on the front cover, I did and so far
no leaks.
...Art
On Mon, 19 Jul 1999, chief bootknocker wrote:
> I just did a carb conversion on my 77B. I converted to the HS4 configuration.
>I installed an entire exhaust manifold and intake manifold with HS4s etc, from
>a 71. I bought the Falcon SS exhaust and it went in very easily, but it was
>about an inch off from the little cutout (tunnel-like) under the driver's
>seat. I tried to bend it a little and got it half way into it, but now it
>rattles. Can anyone give me a fix recommendation?
>
> Also, while I had the manifolds off, I figured I should pull the tappet
>covers off and replace the gaskets (rubber). I did, but now the front one
>leaks!!!
> I am a meticulous cleaner and I can say with confidence that I cleaned it
>very well so that it was nothing but flat metal that the gasket went against.
> What is the trick, if there is one?
>
> TIA
> Erik.
>
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