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head or head gasket

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head or head gasket

Post by UNTAMED »

Hi all just started taking the extractors of a 305 chev motor in my fj45 and have coolant leaking from the rear bolt when i took it out.
would this be the head or just a head gasket ???
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Re: head or head gasket

Post by RUFF »

Manifold bolt or head bolt?

If its just comming out the manifold bolt i wouldnt be too concerned The bolt hole has prob been drilled to deap and has entered the water galery. Just make sure you use some sealent on the bolt when you re-fit it.
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Re: head or head gasket

Post by UNTAMED »

yep the manifold bolt.
So it should be ok then ???
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Re: head or head gasket

Post by Canyonero 4x4 »

Yep, as ruff said, the bolt hits the water jacket, just seal it up and pop it back in. I've had this happen a few times.
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Re: head or head gasket

Post by UNTAMED »

Thanks guys all done and fixed,used some locktite .
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