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Old Apr 22, 2009 | 07:22 PM
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hi i have an issue i changed out my headers and for the second time ive blown a exhaust manifold gasket where the headers meet the down pipe and i was wondering do you no where i could find a stronger or maybe a steel replacement for my 99 honda prelude.
Old Apr 23, 2009 | 04:25 AM
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It sounds like the flange may be warped therefore blowing gaskets. I have always used Honda OEM exhaust gaskets even on high HP engines with no issues.
We could remove and resurface the flange and replace the gasket , let us know if you would be interested in this.
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