Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic doit?
 

DougW proclaimed:

> Just a followup, but if it's only the gasket that's
> leaking you don't need a new manifold, just remember
> to clean the mating surfaces and put a thin (smear)
> of formagasket copper on the head and manifold sides of
> the new gasket. by thin I mean thin, think about how
> thick a wax coat is, that thin.
>
With all of the fun and enjoyment involved in pulling an exhaust
manifold, it would seem to be a waste of time not to replace
the crappy original with a good aftermarket one.

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic doit?
 

DougW proclaimed:

> Just a followup, but if it's only the gasket that's
> leaking you don't need a new manifold, just remember
> to clean the mating surfaces and put a thin (smear)
> of formagasket copper on the head and manifold sides of
> the new gasket. by thin I mean thin, think about how
> thick a wax coat is, that thin.
>
With all of the fun and enjoyment involved in pulling an exhaust
manifold, it would seem to be a waste of time not to replace
the crappy original with a good aftermarket one.

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

Lon did pass the time by typing:
> DougW proclaimed:
>
>> Just a followup, but if it's only the gasket that's
>> leaking you don't need a new manifold, just remember
>> to clean the mating surfaces and put a thin (smear)
>> of formagasket copper on the head and manifold sides of
>> the new gasket. by thin I mean thin, think about how
>> thick a wax coat is, that thin.
>>
> With all of the fun and enjoyment involved in pulling an exhaust
> manifold, it would seem to be a waste of time not to replace
> the crappy original with a good aftermarket one.

All depends on the ol wallet.

--
DougW

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

Lon did pass the time by typing:
> DougW proclaimed:
>
>> Just a followup, but if it's only the gasket that's
>> leaking you don't need a new manifold, just remember
>> to clean the mating surfaces and put a thin (smear)
>> of formagasket copper on the head and manifold sides of
>> the new gasket. by thin I mean thin, think about how
>> thick a wax coat is, that thin.
>>
> With all of the fun and enjoyment involved in pulling an exhaust
> manifold, it would seem to be a waste of time not to replace
> the crappy original with a good aftermarket one.

All depends on the ol wallet.

--
DougW

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

Lon did pass the time by typing:
> DougW proclaimed:
>
>> Just a followup, but if it's only the gasket that's
>> leaking you don't need a new manifold, just remember
>> to clean the mating surfaces and put a thin (smear)
>> of formagasket copper on the head and manifold sides of
>> the new gasket. by thin I mean thin, think about how
>> thick a wax coat is, that thin.
>>
> With all of the fun and enjoyment involved in pulling an exhaust
> manifold, it would seem to be a waste of time not to replace
> the crappy original with a good aftermarket one.

All depends on the ol wallet.

--
DougW

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

Josh,

I bought one of those $100 ebay specials, from 1A automotive, Bill had it on
his post, the first link. I took it to a local mechanic and have had no
trouble with it. I spent around $125.00 (back then) on the manafold and
300.00 for install.

-Joe
"Lon" <lon.stowell@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:wPCdnUBmgPWYZNvfRVn-jA@comcast.com...
> josh00@comcast.net proclaimed:
>
> > After tracing down the exhaust line an obvious increase in noise, I
> > either have a cracked or a blown gagsket on my 4.0L manifold. With
> > access to a lift is it still a difficult task for a novice mechanic or
> > should I let a mechanic handle it? I see ebay has manifolds from $70 to
> > $130. I'm hearing a dealer would charge around $1300, so I'm looking
> > for an average figure for a local mechanic. What should I expect to pay
> > for a replacement? Thx
> >
>
> Depending on your year and mileage and state of residence, it may be
> under emissions warranty.
>
> It is a pita to replace as many of the parts tend to be really heated
> into place. If you are careful and document the parts you need to
> pull to get at it, and have a good set of tools to deal with
> surprises, it is not a technically challenging task. Be prepared to
> lose a few knuckles and improve your vocabulary.
>
> If yours is not under warranty, you will probably want to go
> aftermarket...the chrysler units are all, including the alleged
> ones that correct the design flaws, a piece of crap. Hesco,
> Banks, Borla, Edelbrock have units.
>

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

Josh,

I bought one of those $100 ebay specials, from 1A automotive, Bill had it on
his post, the first link. I took it to a local mechanic and have had no
trouble with it. I spent around $125.00 (back then) on the manafold and
300.00 for install.

-Joe
"Lon" <lon.stowell@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:wPCdnUBmgPWYZNvfRVn-jA@comcast.com...
> josh00@comcast.net proclaimed:
>
> > After tracing down the exhaust line an obvious increase in noise, I
> > either have a cracked or a blown gagsket on my 4.0L manifold. With
> > access to a lift is it still a difficult task for a novice mechanic or
> > should I let a mechanic handle it? I see ebay has manifolds from $70 to
> > $130. I'm hearing a dealer would charge around $1300, so I'm looking
> > for an average figure for a local mechanic. What should I expect to pay
> > for a replacement? Thx
> >
>
> Depending on your year and mileage and state of residence, it may be
> under emissions warranty.
>
> It is a pita to replace as many of the parts tend to be really heated
> into place. If you are careful and document the parts you need to
> pull to get at it, and have a good set of tools to deal with
> surprises, it is not a technically challenging task. Be prepared to
> lose a few knuckles and improve your vocabulary.
>
> If yours is not under warranty, you will probably want to go
> aftermarket...the chrysler units are all, including the alleged
> ones that correct the design flaws, a piece of crap. Hesco,
> Banks, Borla, Edelbrock have units.
>

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

Josh,

I bought one of those $100 ebay specials, from 1A automotive, Bill had it on
his post, the first link. I took it to a local mechanic and have had no
trouble with it. I spent around $125.00 (back then) on the manafold and
300.00 for install.

-Joe
"Lon" <lon.stowell@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:wPCdnUBmgPWYZNvfRVn-jA@comcast.com...
> josh00@comcast.net proclaimed:
>
> > After tracing down the exhaust line an obvious increase in noise, I
> > either have a cracked or a blown gagsket on my 4.0L manifold. With
> > access to a lift is it still a difficult task for a novice mechanic or
> > should I let a mechanic handle it? I see ebay has manifolds from $70 to
> > $130. I'm hearing a dealer would charge around $1300, so I'm looking
> > for an average figure for a local mechanic. What should I expect to pay
> > for a replacement? Thx
> >
>
> Depending on your year and mileage and state of residence, it may be
> under emissions warranty.
>
> It is a pita to replace as many of the parts tend to be really heated
> into place. If you are careful and document the parts you need to
> pull to get at it, and have a good set of tools to deal with
> surprises, it is not a technically challenging task. Be prepared to
> lose a few knuckles and improve your vocabulary.
>
> If yours is not under warranty, you will probably want to go
> aftermarket...the chrysler units are all, including the alleged
> ones that correct the design flaws, a piece of crap. Hesco,
> Banks, Borla, Edelbrock have units.
>

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

the place here in houston that replaces mine charges me 160 labor.


<josh00@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:1111899678.589360.120390@l41g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> After tracing down the exhaust line an obvious increase in noise, I
> either have a cracked or a blown gagsket on my 4.0L manifold. With
> access to a lift is it still a difficult task for a novice mechanic or
> should I let a mechanic handle it? I see ebay has manifolds from $70 to
> $130. I'm hearing a dealer would charge around $1300, so I'm looking
> for an average figure for a local mechanic. What should I expect to pay
> for a replacement? Thx
>

Re: 4.0L wrangler: Replace a manifold myself or have a mechanic do it?
 

the place here in houston that replaces mine charges me 160 labor.


<josh00@comcast.net> wrote in message
news:1111899678.589360.120390@l41g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> After tracing down the exhaust line an obvious increase in noise, I
> either have a cracked or a blown gagsket on my 4.0L manifold. With
> access to a lift is it still a difficult task for a novice mechanic or
> should I let a mechanic handle it? I see ebay has manifolds from $70 to
> $130. I'm hearing a dealer would charge around $1300, so I'm looking
> for an average figure for a local mechanic. What should I expect to pay
> for a replacement? Thx
>