Forums
New posts
Search forums
What's new
New posts
Latest activity
Members
Registered members
Current visitors
Log in
Register
What's new
Search
Search
Search titles only
By:
Registered members
Current visitors
Menu
Log in
Register
Install the app
Install
Members
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
E
EKOBS
Newbie
·
From
Buffalo, New York
Joined
Jan 6, 2022
Last seen
Thursday at 5:03 PM
Messages
21
Reaction score
7
Points
3
Find
Find content
Find all content by EKOBS
Find all threads by EKOBS
Latest activity
Postings
About
E
EKOBS
replied to the thread
Header EGR Pipe
.
Oh, also weld all the way around the tube so there are no leaks, this was just a pic to show a friend how bad it was going for me.
Thursday at 2:28 PM
E
EKOBS
replied to the thread
Header EGR Pipe
.
I recently modified a pair of headers to include a port for the EGR tube. Removed the original fitting from the stock manifold and used...
Thursday at 2:11 PM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Merritt31's post
in the thread
Header EGR Pipe
with
Like
.
The original owner of the truck eliminated the cats and booger welded some exhaust pieces in and in this last snow storm we got the...
Thursday at 1:56 PM
E
EKOBS
replied to the thread
Time to replace stock exhaust on 97 K1500 Z71
.
I completely agree with you if you can weld, DIY. I’ll add being able to cut tubing reasonably quickly and accurately is very helpful...
Thursday at 1:43 PM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Erik the Awful's post
in the thread
Time to replace stock exhaust on 97 K1500 Z71
with
Like
.
The #1 question on exhaust systems is "Can you weld?" If so, DIY. If not, I'd head over to the local cheap muffler shop with the guy...
Thursday at 1:24 PM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Schurkey's post
in the thread
Header EGR Pipe
with
Like
.
Ideally, it's the first thing you type into the text of the first post. If it's in the title, senile old folks like me forget between...
Thursday at 12:52 PM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
yevgenievich's post
in the thread
The Official Vortec 454 Info thread
with
Like
.
Is there a thread on using tall deck block with 96-99 vortec top end? Specifically the distributor used if using stock intake with tall...
Tuesday at 10:14 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Aparke4's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
Definitely an improvement in sound. Couple more DB's in cab but healthier tone thru magnaflow dual in dual out muffler. No drone, can...
Tuesday at 10:11 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Aparke4's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
Small update: plug wires back on. Motor running! No major issues with studs or EGR parts! Pics to come soon as weather has been wet and...
Tuesday at 10:06 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Mangonesailor's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
ARP studs are what I used for mine with a little dab of blue loctite to keep them still. My gibsons rubbed the head bolts on both sides...
Tuesday at 10:06 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Aparke4's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
Great help here^ JBA headers come with all new hardware which means all studs have to be removed. I am going to take the advice of the...
Tuesday at 10:03 AM
E
EKOBS
replied to the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
.
This is excellent advice, and I love my oxy/acetylene torch too.
Tuesday at 10:01 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
Schurkey's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
Driving around is what rusted them in the first place. No harm in letting the hardware "marinade" in penetrating oil. MAP-Pro may or...
Tuesday at 10:00 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
454cid's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
Most of my shields rusted off. When I do wires next, I tentatively plan on using the newer style that's used on the LS and 8.1L.
Tuesday at 9:58 AM
E
EKOBS
reacted to
LC2NLS6's post
in the thread
7.4 Vortec k2500 Exhaust Manifold/ Header Install
with
Like
.
I have heat shields in my metal box to the scrapyard guy free + shipping (some have studs rusted on though) as well if he doesn't offer...
Tuesday at 9:58 AM
Loading…
Loading…
Latest posts
Ignition coil/ overheating
Latest: Schurkey
2 minutes ago
Engine Performance + Maintenance
Mechanical Water Temp Gauge
Latest: F4U-1A
10 minutes ago
Engine Performance + Maintenance
stuff that catches my eye
Latest: 99xcss4
16 minutes ago
Ebay / Craigslist Finds
5.7 Vortec intermittent long crank (fresh thread)
Latest: Schurkey
28 minutes ago
Engine Performance + Maintenance
9
Starter wire question
Latest: 98tahoe4dr
36 minutes ago
Engine Performance + Maintenance
Staff online
kennythewelder
Officially Retired, B31-3 (6-G) certified welder.
Members online
Gravyyy
jd33173
Badmax
Amaceda
WillGen55
96obschevy
Vanishing Point
Schurkey
Wildcat465
94mexistepside
El Tigre
454C2500Longbed
david97z71
James4521
Extendo96
Prius454
GrimsterGMC
hekg
98tahoe4dr
Wh4t3v3rs
shablagoo_gabagool
Jerryred94silvy
TX97z71
99xcss4
texasil
kennythewelder
JPVortex
Papikev252
Dachechinwolf
Pomper05
CruiseLifeB
Drunkcanuk
Charlesteneows
man-a-fre
Thatold350
obscureoctopus
squeasel
Bran0815
Bondovw
Rcruz17
Forum statistics
Threads
64,755
Messages
1,399,987
Members
52,375
Latest member
Gravyyy
Share this page
Facebook
X (Twitter)
Reddit
Pinterest
Tumblr
WhatsApp
Email
Share
Link
Members
Top