Thread: 2003 Impala 3.4 intake manifold bolts

Do you're doing the head gaskets too?

Well I goterdun today. Took me 9 hours. Had the intake out in about 2 1/2. Made two store runs and a lot of gasket cleaning. Holy crap I have never seen such stubborn gaskets to clean of the manifold. Upon start up the engine was tapping like there was no tomorrow. Took about 20-30 seconds to quiet down. I guess I should have preoiled the push rods. Anyway I hope that the oil and coolant disappearing is over. Also hope that the coolant stays fresh

Don