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Title: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 05:42:25 AM

on a malibu 2005

thanks 8)
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: ManBearPig... on July 06, 2011, 05:59:14 AM
that part doesn't exist, you're being scammed.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: MORTALCOIL on July 06, 2011, 06:10:18 AM
on a malibu 2005

thanks 8)

Does this story have a so called but barely understandable french speaking mechanic in it?
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Irongrip400 on July 06, 2011, 06:12:48 AM
It's a manifold gasket, and it depends on which manifold.  Exhaust, intake, etc?
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Post by: WillGrant on July 06, 2011, 06:12:54 AM
All manifolds use a gasket - so you need the gasket correct not the whole manifold ? - gaskets are usely quite cheap from parts shops.
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Post by: gym**rat on July 06, 2011, 06:15:10 AM
What they are more than likely referring to is either an exhaust manifold gasket or an intake manifold gasket. If it is an exhaust manifold gasket you will normally hear a ticking sound when the engine is running. An intake manifold gasket cmany times leaks antifreeze. Both are fairly expensive to repair by a repair shop, parts are cheap labor gets you. Check this site out, it should be able to give you a ballpark price:

http://repairpal.com/
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 07:20:36 AM
It's a manifold gasket, and it depends on which manifold.  Exhaust, intake, etc?

exhaust !

Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 07:22:26 AM
What they are more than likely referring to is either an exhaust manifold gasket or an intake manifold gasket. If it is an exhaust manifold gasket you will normally hear a ticking sound when the engine is running. An intake manifold gasket cmany times leaks antifreeze. Both are fairly expensive to repair by a repair shop, parts are cheap labor gets you. Check this site out, it should be able to give you a ballpark price:

http://repairpal.com/
I am asking because I still have a guarantee for my car for another 30 000 kilometers, but I don't think the guarantee covers that part unfortunatly.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: 99 Bananas on July 06, 2011, 07:44:14 AM
I looked at a photo of the engine in a 05 Malibu. To replace either gasket the block most likely has to come out. I'd put repair from someone else over $500.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: no one on July 06, 2011, 07:44:40 AM
exhaust !



it'll be cheap.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: no one on July 06, 2011, 07:45:44 AM
I looked at a photo of the engine in a 05 Malibu. To replace either gasket the block most likely has to come out. I'd put repair from someone else over $500.

oh fuck. maybe not so cheap then. lol i used to replace them constantly on my jeep. easy to get at, and a cheap part to replace. if you gotta pull the block you're fucked.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: The_Iron_Disciple on July 06, 2011, 07:48:52 AM
In simple terms, Stav., they're tryin' to tell you to up your dose. ;)
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Post by: 99 Bananas on July 06, 2011, 07:52:24 AM
(http://www.autospectator.com/cars/files/images/3500-engine.jpg)

The wire furthest to the right in the middle of the block is the 02 sensor i imagine that connects to the top of the exhaust manifold. You see the heat shield so I imagine the top is easy to touch. The problem is the lack of wrench clearance as long as it's in the car. Between the manifold and the car i'd bet there is almost none. Meaning the block is pulled to get to smooth sailing. I could be wrong but i dont think i am. lol
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 07:56:41 AM
In simple terms, Stav., they're tryin' to tell you to up your dose. ;)

LMAO  ;D
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 08:00:09 AM
I looked at a photo of the engine in a 05 Malibu. To replace either gasket the block most likely has to come out. I'd put repair from someone else over $500.

damn I'll check  my contract again then, because it should be covered if it's near the block.

the sound isn't very loud so it's not that bad it's just annoying, and my car is already at GM this morning cause one of  my front wheel was fucked up because of all those 1000000 holes in every fucking streets
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Post by: Yev33 on July 06, 2011, 08:28:15 AM
You sure it's the exhaust manifold gasket?
Those motors are known for the intake manifold gaskets leaking.
Either way your warranty should cover it.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 08:51:22 AM
You sure it's the exhaust manifold gasket?
Those motors are known for the intake manifold gaskets leaking.
Either way your warranty should cover it.
nothing leaks, it's just that the car has started to make an annoying sound when I accelerate/start the car.

I know nothing about cars but someone told me that it probably was the problem
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Post by: gym**rat on July 06, 2011, 08:56:42 AM
nothing leaks, it's just that the car has started to make an annoying sound when I accelerate/start the car.

I know nothing about cars but someone told me that it probably was the problem

It should be covered under warranty. If they try and dick with you call GM. I had a GM that blew out 3 intake gaskets and ended up getting a lifetime warranty on the car. I hope for you that it will be covered because it will be costly. Not only is an exhaust gasket leak annoying but it affects gas mileage and will end up causing sensor problems. Good luck.
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Post by: chess315 on July 06, 2011, 09:01:51 AM
it shouldnt be that bad if you did it yourself but I have no idea if you payed someone obviously your area dictates how much but its not a super major repair.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: gym**rat on July 06, 2011, 09:03:31 AM
it shouldnt be that bad if you did it yourself but I have no idea if you payed someone obviously your area dictates how much but its not a super major repair.

Have you ever changed one of these on a car newer that 10 years old???   ::)
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Post by: chaos on July 06, 2011, 09:12:39 AM
Should probably let the stealership diagnose it as the gasket first since right now you are just guessing. A noise can be a million different things.
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Post by: Yev33 on July 06, 2011, 09:14:14 AM
nothing leaks, it's just that the car has started to make an annoying sound when I accelerate/start the car.

I know nothing about cars but someone told me that it probably was the problem

Don't assume by what someone told you, take the car to someone who can diagnose it properly.
You will save yourself a lot of money and headaches.
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Post by: lvtolft on July 06, 2011, 09:22:07 AM
This is getbig. Shouldn't you have a lamborghini?
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Post by: hazbin on July 06, 2011, 09:23:33 AM
the expense will be mostly labor. at $100+ per hour it adds up quick.  there are certain glue type mixtures that can be applied and block the leak quite effectively.
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Post by: Natural Man on July 06, 2011, 09:30:29 AM
what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?

on a malibu 2005

thanks 8)

(http://cf.juggle-images.com/fit/white/400x2000/google-com-primary.jpg)

np.

you should have bought quebec's national car; a hyundai accent.
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Stavios on July 06, 2011, 11:19:53 AM
(http://cf.juggle-images.com/fit/white/400x2000/google-com-primary.jpg)

np.

you should have bought quebec's national car; a hyundai accent.

LMAO ! so true those things are everywhere  ;D
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: polychronopolous on July 06, 2011, 07:12:53 PM
jb weld that sonovabitch

a tube goes for seven or eight dollars at the autozone
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Post by: njflex on July 06, 2011, 07:27:32 PM
be thankful you do not own a german car out of warranty,,,,,
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Post by: HTexan on July 06, 2011, 08:44:15 PM
about 2.85
http://www.rockauto.com/
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: cephissus on July 06, 2011, 09:44:54 PM
haha i have an accent

actually a great car if you don't have any money. good gas mileage, got it for 3 grand with just 30,000 miles (2005)...
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Roger Bacon on July 06, 2011, 09:55:56 PM
on a malibu 2005

thanks 8)

What the hell are you doing driving a Chevy Malibu?  I thought you were a PHD? 

I'm an ignorant savage, and even I don't drive a bucket like that...  ;D
Title: Re: what the fuck is a gasket manifold and is it expensive to change ?
Post by: Yev33 on July 06, 2011, 09:59:52 PM
be thankful you do not own a german car out of warranty,,,,,

Very true, and there are a ton of people that have them, who can't afford to maintain them, that should be driving one of these.....

haha i have an accent

actually a great car if you don't have any money. good gas mileage, got it for 3 grand with just 30,000 miles (2005)...


It's the old "fake it till you make it" menatlity.


P.S. not hating on the Hyundai at all. 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty, I believe they call that an "adult" decision.
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Post by: polychronopolous on July 06, 2011, 10:05:09 PM
be thankful you do not own a german car out of warranty,,,,,

Yeah they "see you pulling up" at the shop in one of those.

Probably costs a couple hundred just to talk to the guy at the front desk.
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Post by: Parker on July 06, 2011, 10:33:41 PM
Saw a old guy with a Mercedes CL65 AMG (w215 chassis) and he had taken it to Renntech (obvious by the Renntech on the back)...that bitch was BOSS! The bi-turbo V12 had like a rumble to it. He basically could blow almost anything away on the road with that car, and sip coffee while doing it. An old man doesn't need that type of car, he needs to be driving a Buick Park Avenue....