Im new and just bought a monte, have ?s
#1
02-23-2013, 11:21 PM
Im new and just bought a monte, have ?s
Hello Forum, I am also new to these forums and I have already found quite a bit of usefull info. I just bought a 2003 Monte SS LE non supercharged. My engine has 94k and I would like to know if I should replace the lower intake gaskets soon, and what exhaust systems are good, like should i replace downpipe and get a magnaflow or flowmaster cat back systems? Really those are my first 2 concerns, the LIM fix and exhaust upgrades, Any information would be much appreciated, thanks
Luke
Luke
#3
02-24-2013, 08:12 AM
Welcome to the Forum! With the exhaust it all depends on what you're looking for. Exhaust is a common topic on the forum and if you search it you'll find a lot of stuff. I think most people like the SLP Loudmouth setup if I'm not mistaken but I'm sure someone who knows more will chime in.
#4
02-24-2013, 08:21 AM
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#5
02-24-2013, 08:54 AM
Welcome to the forum, my intake manifold gaskets were replaced around 116K, you could constantly smell antifreeze in my case from the day I brought it home, it lasted about a month. My lower intake manifold gasket starting leaking vacuum, probably saved me, mechanic tore into it for the engine light, and discovered the upper was leaking coolant.
#7
02-24-2013, 09:26 AM
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Welcome to the Forum. I had an 03 SS and rolled 150k miles on it. In that time I never replaced intake gaskets, or had ever had any of that engine apart for that matter, and was fine. Replaced spark plugs at 100k.
#9
02-24-2013, 08:47 PM
Thanks!
Hello peeps, thanks of you for replying and giving me some insight to my 2 concerns, I appreciate it. This is why I joined because people actually respond and help each other out. I look forward to many more posts, and good luck with everyone on their montes as well, :-)
