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can vortec intake gaskets be reused?

Old Nov 2, 2001 | 08:21 AM
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can vortec intake gaskets be reused?

i remember when putting my intake on my crate motor last year that they were plastic..looked as if you could reuse them. anyone know if this is the case?

also, the intake bolts from GM had a thread locker already on them. should i put some more on then when i put my new intake on?

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-Brian

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Old Nov 4, 2001 | 03:36 PM
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GM says you can, if they're still good.

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Old Nov 5, 2001 | 09:56 AM
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Ditto...... Buddy of mine at dealership says he re-uses them all the time.As long as they're in good shape,run em.
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Old Nov 5, 2001 | 12:30 PM
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Yes, use threat locker on the intake bolts. I believe last time I did it I used blue loctite.
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