[Legolas894]

Originally Posted by carsinsc

I would recommend getting the manifold machined. Most of them are warped. They are also bad for pitting on the surface. Being a mechanic myself, I understand only wanting to do the job right the first time. If it leaks because it was warped, the customer is going to be ticked off and I will be doing it again for free + paying to get the manifold machined. DO IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME!

My mechanic always goes the extra mile and fixes right the first time. He is a little higher than the chains but I've never had to take anything back for a re-repair. On my '67, it would be pretty easy to take of the intake but on this '98, it looks a little intimidating. I only paid $2800 for it last year so $800 isn't all that bad if it gives me a few more years on it.

Thanks for the reply.