[MV] Cracked exhaust manifold

Andreas Mehlhorn (a.mehlhorn@t-online.de)
Mon, 9 Nov 1998 17:29:49 +0100

MVTrucker@aol.com schrieb:
> The exhaust manifold in my 1971 Chevy 6 cylinder van is failing for
> the second time. I had to replace a cracked exhaust manifold in my
> M135 and I notice my 1973 Chevy 1 ton truck w/350 V8 has a miss.
> I've also been involved in antique motor vehicles for 30+ years and
> never had all the problems I'm having now related to gasoline.

If your manifold cracks, there is too much mechanical tension in the
material. Check why. Is your ignition timing point ok? A too late
(retard?) ignition timing point heats up the exhaust system to red
glow.

Regards
Andreas

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