New SX owner, popped gasket

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OutOfMyWay
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Post by OutOfMyWay »

cool, thanks a mil poizen!
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Post by Charlvdw »

Get a headset.
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Post by OutOfMyWay »

what's a headset?
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Post by poizen »

its like a full gasket set only it just all the gaskets for the head so it just cheaper
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OutOfMyWay
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ah, makes sense, cool, thanks, i'll look for a head set, if i cant find one then i'll get the whole set.
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Post by OutOfMyWay »

Hi Guys,

Ok, i got the headset, i may be considering doing it myself,
The most difficult thing i've ever done is change the brake pads and service my Astra Coupe.

How difficult is it to remove the intake manifold with the engine still in the car?
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Post by poizen »

depends how diff you make it if you got the tools and small hands should be easy
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Post by OutOfMyWay »

i decided to give up,

Anybody know a mechanic around benoni who would be able to come out and do it?
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