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Old 03-12-2021, 02:44 PM
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Stainless Header causing coolant leak.

I had the same problem 08 2.2...stock cast header cracked down center leaking exhaust..figured go with stainless..after install was leaking antifreeze. ..2 center pipes were pushing on coolant tube below...easy fix.. I just removed it an got out my sledge hammer tapped flat spot on the 2 center tubes. about Quarter to half inch......reinstalled no more leak....I didn't use heat or torch.. no welds were harmed... but I would recommend heating before tapping..
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