I am going to be replacing my intake manifold gasket this week and i just need to know what tools i am going to need to get my intake on and off. I already have my gaskets and ultra copper rtv. I am going to go to a parts store whenever i get a response. So if anyone could please give me a list of tools i will need to do so, it would be much appreciated. Thanks.

 

If you have a basic set of hand tools you can do this job in a few hours. The only specialty tool you will need is the GM fuel line disconnect tool.

 

Alright, thanks man. Will i need a schrader valve tool? I thought I read somewhere that I would need it, but I'm not sure.

 

Is this the right disconnect tool you are referring to? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Perfo...motiveQ5fTools

 

Yep, you can get it at any local auto parts store for a few bucks and save on shipping.

 

no, pliers, for the hose crimps, 9/16 socket,12mm for the pipe from the manifold,and the fuel line tool

that's all I can remember

 

Ok, thanks. I'll check napa etc.. tomorrow.

 

I just unbolt the fuel rails and carefully flip it up so the top of the fuel rail is up against the windshield. But whatever you want to do.


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andy schuck

 

Thank you all for your input.

 

Get something to insert in two of the manifold bolt holes, like a stud or a metal rod. That helps you slide the manifold down on the heads, without it moving off-center and ruining the RTV bead.

Ditto on not unhooking the fuel lines - just flipp them back, out of the way. You will have to release the clamp that holds the hard fuel lines to the manifold.

Don't forget a torque wrench.

 

do you have to / how do you remove the plastic piece in front of the windshield so you can get at everything more easily? the plastic piece between the hood and the windshield, with the slots for water to drain or whatever.

 

Thanks for the help guys. Is a torque wrench necessary or is the intake pretty forgiving on the torques specs? I'll go rent one if i really need to.

 

You should always use a torque wrench and tighten the bolts in the proper sequence to make sure it settles down evenly. Especially considering how well known the LT1 intakes are for not sealing properly.

Not to mention the soft aluminum threads do not like being overtightened!

 

.....and why don't ya clean the crap out of it and paint it while its off.

Going through the trouble of taking it off and that's the least I would do...

..if not bust out a little homemade port job.

-Ivan

 

I might actually think about painting it while its off. Any color suggestions? I would like to port it if i knew how. Any advice?