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necigrad

Post subject: Broke something on the top of the engine

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:23 pm

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Haven't really been active at all (no money to do stuff) but I went to change my spark plugs today while it was slow at work. While doing that I broke something off of the top of the engine. The pic is below.

If you need a visual of where we're talking about here's an overview

It looks too fragile to be imperative, but every part has a purpose. Will it be safe to drive with this broken until I get it replaced? Is it as easy to replace as it looks? Thanks for the advice.

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c_k_115

Post subject: Re: Broke something on the top of the engine

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:39 pm

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If you can find a way to plug it, that would be best. I broke that piece while installing my headers and was able to jbweld it back together temporarily. Otherwise you will be driving with a big vacuum leak.

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necigrad

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Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:42 pm

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How powerful is the vacuum? I'm sure I can find something here since I work at an airline. Also, just how bad would it be to drive it the 15 miles home?

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hotrodolds

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Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:43 pm

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Yeah, it is something you're gonna have to replace. It is the vac tree for a lot of the intake and blower system. You need it. You'll be fine to drive home...don't get on it, though.

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necigrad

Post subject: Broke something on the top of the engine

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:44 pm

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Is it as easy to replace as it looks?

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hotrodolds

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Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:46 pm

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Yes. In and out. No big deal.

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necigrad

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Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:47 pm

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Sweet. Thanks for the quick replies.

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hotrodolds

Post subject: Re: Broke something on the top of the engine

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:48 pm

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IIRC, those are 10mm bolts that hold it in.

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Blackarrow98gp

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Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2011 8:48 pm

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If you can't find a used one, Comp nine's site lists it as GM part# 24503488 MANIFOLD,VAC SCE
It should be available from the GM dealer or http://www.shopgmparts.com

It's also available from ZZP: Eaton blower booster cap

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