1997 Dodge Dakota 3.9 intake

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JUSTNUTSNBOLTS
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Engine Mechanical problem
1997 Dodge Dakota 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

is there any areas of special interest when putting the intake back on after a head job.. new gaskets and still a leak,dont know where tho, please dont bother if you are not a tech.. thanks
Apr 10, 2009 at 3:47 AM
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THETOOLMAN
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The only thing I would say is the need to follow the specs on torque settings and sequence. You have a vacuum leak but are not sure where its coming from?
The intake torques from the center out. In two steps Step one to 72 in-lbs Then step two to 144 in-lbs.
Apr 11, 2009 at 7:48 AM
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