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project66 Gearhead Posts: 238 From: Baton Rouge, LA Registered: Jul 99	posted 10-07-2001 03:41 PM The shop manual says to install new "sealing washers" on the intake bolts. The washers I removed look like ordinary washers, except that they are somewhat concave. It's Sunday and nothing (except AutoZone) is open. Are these washers that I can get at a decent hardware store or are they strictly automotive? If the latter, where do I get em? Thanks- JimO IP: Logged
SteveLaRiviere Administrator Posts: 20706 From: Saco, Maine USA Registered: May 99	posted 10-07-2001 05:43 PM What engine? ------------------ '70 Mustang Mach 1 M code 351C 4V/FMX/3.25 open '72 Mustang Sprint Coupe 351C 4V/FMX/4.30 Trac Lok '94 F-150 XL 5.8L/E4OD/3.55 Limited Slip '97 Probe GTS 2.5L DOHC *Be American, Drive American!* IP: Logged
Boss Hoss Gearhead Posts: 203 From: Georgia Registered: Mar 2001	posted 10-07-2001 07:01 PM JimO: The "sealing washers" are special rubber-coated metal washers that guard against vacuum leaks. These were originally installed on your engine, but I don't think your average auto parts store will have them. You will have to get them from a Mustang supplier. Mustang suppliers do sell them...as separate washers, or you can get complete sets of new bolts with washers included. Regarding your original washers: After a while the rubber wears off and they look just like regular washers, and they may or may not work. That's how my original washers looked. When I replaced my intake manifold gasket a month ago, I went ahead and got all-new bolts with sealing washers. It's sealed up TIGHT now, with no leaks! ------------------ andy ([email protected]) also known as...*Boss Hoss* 1965 Mustang 289 coupe 1996 Mustang GT coupe IP: Logged
project66 Gearhead Posts: 238 From: Baton Rouge, LA Registered: Jul 99	posted 10-07-2001 08:17 PM Thanks, Andy- I'll go and hunt down some bolts and washers tomorrow. JimO IP: Logged

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