Intake manifold bolts broke

Tiny
ANTHONYCOTA
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  • 2001 DODGE RAM
  • 5.2L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
I just replaced intake manifold gaskets but over tightened two bolt and they snapped off.I drove around like that for a few days now but vehicle runs rough so I'm pretty sure I need to replace the two broken bolts. My question is, if I disassemble intake again, will I need a new gasket even though I just replaced it or will it be reusable?
Thursday, April 18th, 2019 AT 6:10 PM

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Tiny
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Hi Anthony,

Yes. Most likely the gasket has failed which is why it is now running rough. Since you are taking it apart again, I would not attempt to reuse the gasket. I attached the procedure from the manufacturer and they instruct you to discard the gasket as well so it is intended as a one time use gasket.
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Thursday, April 18th, 2019 AT 6:26 PM
Tiny
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Okay, thanks.
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Thursday, April 18th, 2019 AT 6:30 PM

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