exhaust gasket install...is this still good?
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Doesn't look good. But, what the hell, give it a try. I've had my exhaust off several times and haven't replaced the gaskets yet with no leaks. If your exhaust is a PITA though, you might want to change it.
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Technically speaking that gasket is made to crush once. I've never re-used one but it seems others have with success.
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While many people reuse them, they are made to crush only once.
They are also relatively cheap: think they were only about $6-7 when I replaced my exhaust. If in doubt to the point where you have to ask if they're ok, pay the $6-7 and replace them.
They are also relatively cheap: think they were only about $6-7 when I replaced my exhaust. If in doubt to the point where you have to ask if they're ok, pay the $6-7 and replace them.
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