Refitting of Intake manifold

smithy68 Wolfsburg Wizard

419 posts · joined Oct 2010 · 22 Apr 2011, 8:17 am

#837023

I have a 1300cc SP type 1 motor that I will re- install the inlet manifold to, my question is when installing the collapsible washers do you apply any sealant?
Also do you add lock washers to the nuts to keep the manifold tight?

hellbugged 48's and straight cuts

5,080 posts · joined Apr 2003 · 22 Apr 2011, 8:26 am

#837025

no and no

vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 22 Apr 2011, 8:30 am

#837027

make sure u get the old gasket out as well

sometimes they stick in the cavity

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