Refitting Ultra header pipes

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Jun 2, 2017 | 03:49 PM

#21

sgdiesel

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From: Cheltenham, UK

Well after 4 goes at this...

The leak was too excessive to be identified by smoke, which was a good idea and I tried that.

i know I was fitting correctly although got it wrong the first time.

Took in to dealer and they have confirmed head gasket blown. I was really surprised that there was no sign of oil anywhere but we live and learn

Jun 2, 2017 | 03:54 PM

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GalvTexGuy

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That sucks, but at least you became an expert in installing header pipes and gaskets!

Jun 2, 2017 | 04:33 PM

#23

CapeGlide

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From: Cape Cod

Be really careful not to break the bolts holding the header on. I made that mistake. Grab a beer and be patient. Slow and steady wins the race.

Jun 2, 2017 | 05:16 PM

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hattitude

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sgdiesel

The leak was too excessive to be identified by smoke, which was a good idea and I tried that.

Took in to dealer and they have confirmed head gasket blown. I was really surprised that there was no sign of oil anywhere but we live and learn

Wow.... I would think the bigger the leak, the easier it would be to spot with smoke...

Anyways, glad you're on the way to getting fixed!