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syllinx
Dodge Dakota
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9/22/2009
11:41:41
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My header bolt in the middle snapped off on the passenger side of my 2k 3.9 and I was wondering if I can just pull the splash guard off the passenger side and remove the header that way? I know it has to be removed with a tap and dye or something like that but I am just worried that its gonna cost a ton just for one stupid bolt. Thanks ahead of time. Sorry if I always ask so many questions.
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Four20
Dodge Dakota
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9/22/2009
12:26:32
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ok i had to pull the fender well to get to my headers. but ohhh boy i dont know about getting in there with a drill to get that broken stud out. Id probably remove the head and invest in a good set of easy outs. I found on my 02 dak with 3.9 that all my hardware was cheap from the factory i broke 1 bolt on my intake and that was enough to start payin attention. they used the cheapest steel for some of the hardware that could barely take the torque required. once rusted in alot of em will break.
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syllinx
Dodge Dakota
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9/22/2009
13:21:38
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I was hoping you would say it is easy lol. I am gonna try to check it soon when it stops raining and pull the little piece off thats held on by plastic pins. Looks like I could get to it that way but I have no clue. Just getting sick of smelling fumes when i drive.
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syllinx
Dodge Dakota
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9/22/2009
13:23:55
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What i meant to say is that if i pull the tire off and that piece of splash guard or whatever it is called, it looks like i could get to it. I'm just hoping i can lol.
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Four20
Dodge Dakota
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9/22/2009
23:23:50
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Thats what i meant the plastic gaurds around the tire. i didnt pull my wheel but had plenty of room except on the left side due to the brake plumbing.
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syllinx
Dodge Dakota
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9/23/2009
07:52:00
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Forgot to ask where to buy header gaskets? I checked Oreillys and Autozone online and they don't list any for my engine, it only shows v8. Any idea if they sell them at either store?
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Four20
Dodge Dakota
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9/23/2009
13:08:40
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i did get mine thru oriely, but i bought a gasket kit containing all i needed for head gasket repair. oriely Part Number: MS95463 for the 3.9l manifold gaskets only. $12.99 us
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syllinx
Dodge Dakota
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9/23/2009
15:17:01
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Thanks for the help gonna buy the gaskets this weekend and try to do it myself if not ill ask my neighbors lol or father in law.
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