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2nd Gen Ram Tech1994-2001 Rams: This section is for TECHNICAL discussions only, that involve the 1994 through 2001 Rams. For any non-tech discussions, please direct your attention to the "General discussion/NON-tech" sub sections.
It should not attract the magnet. If it does it means you have a stock valley pan, and chances are pretty good that you'll have a blown gasket at that many miles.
Nope. We have you stick a magnet in, because the factory plate is steel/tin or something and it is magnetic. The aftermarket pans are aluminum and is not magnetic. There is really no other way to tell without taking it off.
Grab the 01 service manual. Torque values, and sequencing are in there. Intake bolts need torqued in steps. Best to have the instructions right there handy.