Coolant loss continues despite recent upper hose clamp replacement by Dealer.
Early detection of Lower Intake Manifold leak suspected.
Stock L-I-M removal and replacement begins.
Ordering needed replacement parts.

2004 Chevy MonteCarlo LS V6 3400 w/ Air

-Fel-Pro Manifold Gasket Kit PN# MS98003T
OHV Engine; complete kit inc. Valve cover gskts. -- $90.99

-Manifold Bolts Fel-Pro PN# ES72226 -- $20.99

-Mobil-1 5W/30

-Thermostat:
Duralast 180 ℉ PN# 15898 -- $10.00

-Fuel Injector’s / Rails O-rings:
-FEL-PRO PN# ES71190
OHV Engine; Lower set; Injectors to cylinder head -- $3.75
-FEL-PRO PN# ES71192
OHV Engine; Upper set; Injectors to fuel rail -- $3.75

-Throttle Body Gasket FEL-PRO PN# 61053
OHV Engine; Throttle Body Gasket -- $1.05

-EGR Gasket FEL-PRO PN# 70804 -- $3.02


Am I missing anything?
If the Manifold is coming off and the Push-rods removed, ... should the Lifters get replaced or not?
Is there anything I should ask to have done to insure this repair job will not need to be repeated?
Comments on the 180 Stat appreciated.

 

Oct 29 2009
Confirmed Part Numbers.

I went to AutoZone to confirm the Part Numbers and prices that I looked-up on the web.
Everything matched.
The Car is parked. I'm NOT going to risk any damage.
On Monday the Monte gets towed to a Reputable Shop that has discussed the problem and will submit the claim under the Extended Warranty Program.

 

So it's being warrantied and you aren't doing it yourself??

 

I'll know the score, Monday.
I can't do it without some help. My back is always in pain.
If the job can get done under the Warranty, ... I inquire about them letting me Video and get pictures.

Rick & Evelyn