Getting plenum gasket fixed...need advise
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Getting plenum gasket fixed...need advise
Well, I finally got the dealer I bought the truck from to change the plenum gasket. After changing the coil, the check engine light flashed again today, but this time, it stayed on. I drove directly to the shop, and had the service guy plug it in. It was reading misfires again. He mentioned maybe a plugged injector, and I told him I wanted the gasket changed. He did not give me any grief at all. I asked him if I bought a hughes plate, if he would install it...he said "what plate"?? I proceeded to tell him what I have recently learned on here, and told him if it wasn't bad, it will be. He said NO problem. "You obviously have done your research"..LOL
What I need to know, is if there is anything else I should have him do while in there ?? that is reasonable of course..LOL Remember, this truck actually drives great, it just keeps throwing misfires, but not really any other symptoms. It may not even be the gasket., but if I can take this opportunity to get a hughes kit installed...I'm on it. If these guys are willing to back up this truck this far...I have no problem with them.
Thanks for the help !!
What I need to know, is if there is anything else I should have him do while in there ?? that is reasonable of course..LOL Remember, this truck actually drives great, it just keeps throwing misfires, but not really any other symptoms. It may not even be the gasket., but if I can take this opportunity to get a hughes kit installed...I'm on it. If these guys are willing to back up this truck this far...I have no problem with them.
Thanks for the help !!
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you're not too far from the timing chain.. it's always a good thing to keep that critter happy..
if you haven't already, you can buy a felpro gasket kit that includes intake manifold, plenum gasket, water pump gasket, and timing cover and front crank seal for just a few dollars more than the intake gasket by itself.. a timing chain/sprocket will cost you around $50~$90.. it's well worth it.
if you haven't already, you can buy a felpro gasket kit that includes intake manifold, plenum gasket, water pump gasket, and timing cover and front crank seal for just a few dollars more than the intake gasket by itself.. a timing chain/sprocket will cost you around $50~$90.. it's well worth it.
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I am getting ready to order the parts from Hughes, and was wondering what is necessary, other than the Plenum kit. I see it mentions bolts for $21.00...are they needed ? I just want to get all the gaskets, bolts, sealants, etc. necessary. I was thinking of grabbing a 180 thermostat at the parts store, or should I replace it with a stock one.?? Thanks for all the help, I just don't want them cutting any corners. I figure if I supply what is needed, they will do it.