twoskinsoneman

So when I installed a new coolant temp sensor I cracked the manifold.
So I'm looking at replacing it. Anyone replaced an upper manifold? Any tips?

02sport4

What is the vehicle. What year engine blablabla. I do have a extra one so If your close to me and have a 5.4 we just might be able to work something out

dopewaffle

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Make sure to use a new one, because the stock ones crack, a lot. I would also reccomend torquing the bolts down, so there all even.

twoskinsoneman

97 4.6l

02sport4

Make sure you use a new gasket and tighten sequences

twoskinsoneman

I'm only replacing the upper. You think there is any problem installing a plastic manifold since I'm only replacing the upper?

twoskinsoneman

So I found those missing acorns I've been looking for lol

Anyway before I continue is there anything not related to the intake change that I should change while I have access? I thought about that hose but it looks surprisingly like it's in good shape. No cracks and such.

dopewaffle

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Gaskets

twoskinsoneman

Which? The intake comes with what looks like o-ring style gaskets. You meaning some other gaskets beside that?

dopewaffle

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I believe thats for the trottle body, dont forget to put that one, you'll have a huge vacuum leak lol. Just inspect everything you have taken apart, simple as that.