Lim gasket 3800 - LIM and UIM Gasket Replacement Questions. I have the supercharged L67 and was told by a repair shop that the correct LIM gasket kit was MS4470, but this looks to be the 1st generation design, or it is the wrong picture. However, every forum recommends the aluminum gaskets and I think the FELPRO part is MS98014T (shown below). Also, the tech at ...

 
It was initially listed around a month ago, so hopefully if it does look like it could just be the elbow or LIM gasket they'll be willing to negotiate a bit. Only slight downer about it is that the SC 3800's are supposed to use Premium gas, but at least it's relatively cheap at the moment!. Bo joiner passed away

I replaced the LIM gaskets on my Buick at 66k miles. Even at that low mileage, they were estimated by folks very knowledgeable about 3800 V6's to be a month away from failure. If the 3500 and 3900 are related to the 3100/3400 V6's, I'm not surprised. The 3400, while a basically all right engine, had a lot of gasket issues.Location. Illinois. Oct 25, 2010. #1. It finally happened. 1999 Park Avenue, 87,000 miles. Took it in for the rear brake pads, and while the mechanic was driving it to check the brakes, the coolant passage through the intake manifold failed. He barely got it back to the shop before the plugs finally fouled out from the coolant that got sucked ...Unless you're trying to find a white box one off ebay for cheaper than a dorman. Make sure the quality is the same or you will risk ruining the engines when it hydrolocks or mixes the oil/coolant when the intake warps or gasket fails. Dorman's unit has the reduced EGR stovepipe but no metal sleeve. It only addresses part of the problem. Yes ...740 posts · Joined 2004. #11 · Sep 3, 2006. Our Aussie L67 series II 3800 V6's are identical inside to the American release as far as I know. The only differences are the sump shape and oil filter adapter and gasket. Oh also the M90 blower inlet tract shape is different (although thats fairly obvious).If your blocking off the TB holes in the LIM then there is a grove that you can cut in the LIM to regain that lost coolant flow to the back head. Without the cut the back head will run ~15* hotter than the front, and with a temp gun and a few tries increasing the size you can get the rear themp the same as the front even with the reduced air ...Jun 21, 2011 · I know there are some other threads on this topic, I did not want to hijack them though. I've had issues with my car not wanting to start on occasion when it was warm, or if I used the AC while it was idling. After about 2-3 years without being able to find out what the problem was, I'm pretty... 1. What is the correct LIM gasket part number? (yes I want the aluminum version) 2. Are the old bolts fine or were new bolts issued? 3. Is 11 lb ft still the correct torque for the LIM bolts when using aluminum gaskets? 4. Besides the LIM gasket, why does each pictured kit include a different number of o-rings and other gaskets? 5.Lawsuits against GM, and their changing the formula used have proven they knew the additives in DexCool were the culprit for many problems, not just 3800 LIM gaskets. Exposing a fluid to air ruins it? Making it incompatible for owners to not buy a universally available mixture that does the job as good or better?I've never heard of a 3800 LIM gasket leaking air. Creator. Topic Viewing 7 replies - 1 through 7 (of 7 total) Author. Replies. November 18, 2015 at 2:18 am #844776. college man. Moderator. ... I'm with you that you usually don't associate the LIM gaskets with vacuum leaks. You do associate the bad LIM's with coolant leaks though.Dark Mode; Light Mode; menu Log inThe coronavirus' impact on travel is clear when looking at award availability data compiled by ExpertFlyer, showing much higher inventory now than in January. EDITOR'S NOTE: Here a...These handsome aluminum Delco 3800 V-6 Intake gaskets put an end to vacuum and fluid leaks the mid 1990's-2002 series 2 and 3 engines were known for. These are much higher quality than the original plastic gaskets that were prone to drying-out, cracking and leaking. For the first time my car has clean coolant and great vacuum.That would explain coolant in your oil. I wouldnt drive this thing until its fixed. so order a new upper intake manifold gasket, new valve cover gaskets, new fuel injector o-rings. Drain coolant/flush system and refill with new. When you finish installing all the gaskets and have everything together, drain the oil, and refill with new.Business, Economics, and Finance. GameStop Moderna Pfizer Johnson & Johnson AstraZeneca Walgreens Best Buy Novavax SpaceX Tesla. CryptoLocation: Ames, Iowa. Year and Trim: 98 Caravan is the daily driver 215K. The external leak is not typically what we expect from bad LIM gaskets or a bad UIM. More likely the coolant elbow or a bad o-ring, seal or gasket on that end of the engine. There are a lot of places to look.Hi Those pellets may benefit a LIM with poor casting, i.e. pourousity which allows coolant seepage. As for LIM gasket failures on the 606 engines and the UIM failures on the 3800 SII, I cant see them helping. When a gasket blows out, thius tuff cannot provide an alternate sealing junction.Nov 30, 2010. #1. I'm getting ready for an UIM & LIM gasket replacement on my 1999 3800 SII. I am going to be acquiring the GM aluminum framed gasket pair @ $65 (dealer), but find myself wondering about all of the others that are shown in the PermaDryPlus kit at iNeedParts.com. The sellers aren't inclined to sell those items separately - and I ...The issue of LIM gaskets on the NA SII 3800 engine regardless of GP year '97-'03 is not whether they will go bad or cause issues but just a matter of when. Here are some better resolution pics (800X600) out of my collection on the upper part (UIM) and new LIM gaskets (FelPro).Oct 29, 2015 · GM 3800 Service Tips, Techniques, and Advice. ·. October 29, 2015 ·. Naturally Aspirated 3800 Series 2 Transverse mount engines. Changing the Lower Intake Manifold (LIM) gaskets and Upper Intake Manifold (UIM) This is a post for advanced DIYers for C- G-, H- and W-body cars. Do your own research. LIM gasket? Jump to Latest Follow 717 views 3 replies 2 participants last post by BillBoost37 May 7, 2009. B. billberry12 Discussion starter 5 posts ...It runs really good except at idle, it doesn’t idle smooth and runs at around 800-900 rpm. I pull the codes and get p0171 – Bank 1 too lean. The fuel trim is staying around 15-20% and doesn’t fluctuate with higher RPMs. The upstream o2 sensor is reading around .05 and not really fluctuating, so I immediately suspect a vacuum leak.More LIM gasket questions When you look up the GM gaskets, they list different part numbers for supercharged & NA engines. ... A forum community dedicated to all General Motors makes and models owners and enthusiasts running the 3800 series engine. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, builds ...UIM & LIM gasket replacement now no start. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 13 of 13 Posts ...IMPORTANT! It will be necessary to replace the original EGR tube located in the lower intake manifold. Remove the original tube by using a twisting action. Match the appropriate sized replacement tube (3/4 or 5/8) in the kit to the original. Gently tap the correct replacement tube into place in the lower intake manifold.Lower Intake Manifold (LIM) gaskets The lower intake manifold gaskets in 3800 engines deteriorate over time creating internal coolant leaks that can cause the same type of damage as a ruptured upper intake. While UIM failures are limited to the normally aspirated (non-supercharged) L-36 engines built from 95 â€" 05, the plastic-frame LIM ...If you haven't done anything with your pump yet, I'd try flushing the pump out by removing the low pressure line, place in a jar. Then add fresh fluid, turn the steering wheel while cranking the engine (disconnect coils so you can't start), keep refilling until you're done. This usually takes about 1-2 L.Quick Note: Signs you have a bad LIM gasket In order of likely first appearance… EARLY SIGNS (high chances of saving the engine) 1. Failed coolant pressure system test (but could be other...Does this sound normal for a 3800 or should I be concerned? BTW, the upper intake gasket was replaced about 20K miles ago but the LIM is the original from what the service records show. ... The LIM gaskets seal the aluminum lower intake manifold against the engine block and the side of both cylinder heads. New UIM gaskets help, but the plastic ...62 posts · Joined 2009. #2 · Oct 12, 2011. You really dont need them, but they make the job kind of easier. They are call come alongs or tow straps. You can always take off the dog bones then while in park rock the car back and fourth until the engine rocks forward then hit the ebrake. That will lock it in place until you release the ebrake.UIM & LIM gasket replacement now no start. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 13 of 13 Posts ...Law and Order is required in any business industry. The construction industry is one of the most important sectors that need delicate attention, owing to Expert Advice On Improving...Aug 23, 2004 · Originally Posted By: sciphi Originally Posted By: PhillyJoe Since you plan on taking the top half off, remember that the head gaskets have the same miles as LIM gaskets. Also check the water pump. The 3800's almost never need head gaskets. Almost nobody on the 3800 forums replaces head gaskets when doing LIM gaskets. The water pump + elbows were previously replaced a year ago, along with the UIM + LIM gaskets. Will replace the water pump again with a lifetime version and hope that fixes it. ... which you should remove and put new gasket on. The 3800 oil pumps cant be primed like others which have a prime port, so the factory shop manual says to …I know there are some other threads on this topic, I did not want to hijack them though. I've had issues with my car not wanting to start on occasion when it was warm, or if I used the AC while it was idling. After about 2-3 years without being able to find out what the problem was, I'm pretty...It runs really good except at idle, it doesn’t idle smooth and runs at around 800-900 rpm. I pull the codes and get p0171 – Bank 1 too lean. The fuel trim is staying around 15-20% and doesn’t fluctuate with higher RPMs. The upstream o2 sensor is reading around .05 and not really fluctuating, so I immediately suspect a vacuum leak.GM 3800 Service Tips, Techniques, and Advice ... Hello Hal, I did a LIM gasket job on my 2003 Lesabre about 8 months ago and also changed out my oil sending unit as it was showing 129 psi. Immediately dropped to 60psi. I noticed this morning it is now back up to 129psi.(high sodium-slight potassium elevation) This evening, I tore down the upper I/M and retorqued the LIM. Bolts 1-2-3-4 all were under torqued. I had checked to see that all bolts were at 11 ft lbs and discovered those were loose. They were then torqed to 11ft lbs. '99 LSS 3800 Series II L36 Is this acceptable or is the LIM gaskets toast now?Head gasket repair can be an expensive, but necessary repair for your vehicle. Knowing the average cost of a head gasket repair can help you budget and plan for this important main...Joined: Thu May 22, 2008 11:14 pm Posts: 3351 Location: Racine, Wisconsin Year and Trim: 97.2 40th SLE 68 w/400 94 SSEi2001 Grand Am GT lower intake manifold leak(LIM) Thread starter mike7139; Start date ...Dark Mode; Light Mode; menu Log inFor Sale FOR SALE 1990 Buick Lesabre Limited sedan 3800 V-6 80,000 miles. Hey All, selling my 1990 Buick Lesabre Limited. It has 80,000 miles. 2nd owner. ... so i bought this knowing it probably needed a lim gasket at the very least. this was about 2 years ago. over that time i found the coolant elbow had broken off inside LIM. so i replaced ...I have a 98 buick lesabre with 3800. I replaced the upper intake manifold with the Dorman style plenum and the LIM gaskets. The car has 155000 miles and has had the Check Engine Light on for two years. It has P0171 code. I have a OBDII tool and this code sets on startup.Quick Note: Signs you have a bad LIM gasket In order of likely first appearance… EARLY SIGNS (high chances of saving the engine) 1. Failed...Gaskets & Adhesives. Gauges & Gauge Pods. Ignition. Intercooling. Pulleys & Belts. Stage Kits Supercharger Parts & Kits. Suspension. Transmission & Drivetrain ... ZZP 3800 M90 Blower Dress Up Kit. $59.99 $59.99. Quick shop. Rebuilt M90 Snout. from $200.00 from $200.00. Quick shop. M90 Block Off Plate. $49.99 $49.99. Quick shop.It was initially listed around a month ago, so hopefully if it does look like it could just be the elbow or LIM gasket they'll be willing to negotiate a bit. Only slight downer about it is that the SC 3800's are supposed to use Premium gas, but at least it's relatively cheap at the moment!Bryan916 Amazon Storehttps://www.amazon.com/shop/bryan916?Tip JarVenmo @Bryan-Williams-562paypal.me/BryansAuto916Des the Auto tech water …So, I went and bought me a LIM set, and a UIM gasket (money was an issue, plenum still good) **i had to do the entire process of the LIM gasket replacement 3 times, to retrieve NO leaks. The Valley Gaskets did NOT seal, twice. (some users may have had the same issue, i didn't search the forum for this problem, just thought i'd share my experience.Joined: Fri May 23, 2008 7:08 am Posts: 152 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Year and Trim: 1993 SSEi with full trim packageThe 3800 simply does not kill head gaskets. If you are losing coolant, get the UIM and LIM gasket issues addressed, and flush coolant. If you are not losing coolant, you can probably still stand a coolant flush, but if it's not overheating, or exhibiting any other symptoms of a head gasket failure, don't worry about it.Felpro copied this design, these are the last design GM came out with in 2008 for the 3800 and have proven most reliable. Buy ACDelco GM Original Equipment 89017825 Intake Manifold Gasket Kit with Gaskets and Seals: Intake Manifold - Amazon.com FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases.LIM and UIM gaskets. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 4 of 4 Posts. G. Goofyexponent · Registered. Joined Jul 28, 2012 · 11 Posts. Discussion Starter ...Tim King said: Torque spec are. LIM 11 ft lbs. S/C 17ft lbs. If using stock head bolts 37 ft lbs + 120degrees. If using ARP head studs use teflon sealant on the stud where it goes into the block and torque to 10 ft lbs and then use moly lube on the upper threads. I use 35, 55, 75, 80 in a in stock sequence like below.Yup, hate to say it, but the 3500 and 3900 High Value engines are pretty much junk after 100,000 miles IMO; our Impala with the 3500 has also had the oil pan gasket replaced, head gaskets replaced, water crossover gaskets replaced twice (this was the design GM implemented to curtail the previous intake gasket fiasco - FAIL (it uses a cheap o-ring style gasket that has been redesigned multiple ...Quick Note: Signs you have a bad LIM gasket In order of likely first appearance… EARLY SIGNS (high chances of saving the engine) 1. Failed coolant pressure system test (but could be other...Mar 4, 2014. #1. GreeCguy's Burp, or "motoring indigestion" and And the winner is, (burpy motor trouble) threads, in conjunction with a recently observed slow drop in coolant level in the absence of any obvious leaks, I believe I may have a leaking head gasket on the GP. There is no sign of coolant in the oil or oil in the coolant, the coolant ...Gospel in the 3800 community is running a cheap dino oil for 10-15 minutes after you button it up if you do spill any antifreeze. Also, it's practically gospel to drain your oil and leave the drain plug out with a drain pan underneath when you're doing LIM gasket work. Reason being that if any antifreeze gets into the lifter valley you can ...I'm looking on eBay for a full gasket set in case I need more gaskets. They make reference to vin K. ... 86 GT Convertable 3800 IP: Logged. PFF. System Bot. Justinbart Member . Posts: 3259 From: Flint, MI Registered: Sep 2009. Feedback score: N/A Leave feedback: Total ratings: 119 Rate this member: Report this Post 08-19-2012 08:01 PM ...The only real downfall to the 3100/3400 motor was GM's retarded idea of using nylon/silicone for the intake gaskets, which were inevitably prone to failure. When the LIM gasket goes, depending on how bad the sepage is into the block, it can either lock up the motor, or the coolant destroys the bearings, leading to a spun bearing.I know there are some other threads on this topic, I did not want to hijack them though. I've had issues with my car not wanting to start on occasion when it was warm, or if I used the AC while it was idling. After about 2-3 years without being able to find out what the problem was, I'm pretty...Joined: Thu May 22, 2008 1:44 pm Posts: 3491 Location: Salina, KS Year and Trim: 2001 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi 2001 Pontiac Bonneville SSEiView topic - 3800 LIM Gasket Replacement DIY (Picture Step by Step Guide) Change Upper Intake Manifold & Lower Intake Manifold gaskets : Engine those are the main write ups i used. ... Its an excellent article on the GM 3800 problems and the new materials used in the UIM and UIM/LIM Gaskets from various mfgs. Intake Manifold GasketsIt is currently Fri Aug 18, 2023 9:01 am: View unanswered posts | View active topics. Portal » Board index » Mechanical and Maintenance (no chat or performance) » 1992-1999. All times are UTC - 5 hours [ DST]I just purchased a ZZP intake, ported SC, and a Garlock LIM gasket. The intake has a lot of meat removed between the blower output and the wastegate hole. Trying to determine if this open area should be cut from the gasket, or left alone. ZZP seems to indicate the latter, and I am not buying into that. See attached pictures.That would explain coolant in your oil. I wouldnt drive this thing until its fixed. so order a new upper intake manifold gasket, new valve cover gaskets, new fuel injector o-rings. Drain coolant/flush system and refill with new. When you finish installing all the gaskets and have everything together, drain the oil, and refill with new.3800 Head Gasket replacement. Started a project to replace the head gaskets on my 3800 after doing a compression test. I have everything torn down and am ready to start re-assembly. I got a Felpro Gasket set HS 9917 PT-2, and was wondering if I should use a spray on gasket sealant like Permtex or if the head gasket should be installed with no ...As bad as my LIM gasket was I'm sure fluid could have gotten sucked into the intake chambers though, because the gasket pretty much fell apart in my hands when I removed it. ... A forum community dedicated to all General Motors makes and models owners and enthusiasts running the 3800 series engine. Come join the discussion about …Well I looked again, and not to be combative, and yes they do look different, but for both 1998 and 2004 GP GT 3800 non supercharged models the ATP plastic replacement plenum is the exact same part. Just funny. What do I know. ... With the intake off the car for LIM gasket replacement, I drilled the holes out slightly and tapped them …2) measure pressure with key on, engine running. (should be 40-50 (lower than engine off value) 3) goose throttle and watch pressure. (should maintain pressure, not decrease) 4) disconnect vacuum to fuel regulator, measure pressure. (should immediately increase and hold) 5) reattach vacuum to fuel regulator, shut engine off.Aluminum framed LIM gaskets fix the other common coolant leaks. -Larry 97, 99 Lesabre- everyday kiddie-tranport mobiles ... Have a cast aluminum upper 3800 intake # 24505489 and lower intake # 24505831 and wantedswap and use them on a 96 3800 with the plastic intake manifold. Sorry , not cast iron. Save Share.The gasket under the metal LIM can deteriorate if DexCool was allowed to deteriorate or age in the car. Typically it should be changed at 3 years and 36000 miles longest. Many posters recommend the GM replacement for LIM gasket which has an aluminum grid rather than the plain seals. Why did the mechanic suggest changing the LIM gasket?Avoiding disaster with your 3800 Powered Car. Actions for preventing engine fires, engine damage, transmission damage, and inconvenient breakdowns. 1.... GM 3800 Service Tips, Techniques, and Advice ... Monitor the LIM gaskets for failure and change at first sign of leaky, if not beforehand. We used to think that 2006-2009 cars would be immune ...Feb 28, 2012. #19. I have never had my coolant elbow leak. But in my production year 3800 Series II the lower coolant is built in to the tensioner and is metal. But I did get a GM coolant elbow when I did my LIM gaskets and I used the metal LIM gaskets because I never want to do it again. I didn't use any RTV on the one plastic elbow and I have ...The frame of the old LIM gaskets is nylon 6,6 (plastic) you want the newer designed Fel-PRO Aluminum framed gasket. ... Also, if you have the naturally aspirated 3800 II, then the EGR port in the Upper Intake can warp, and let coolant leak, there is a reduced diameter EGR Stove Pipe that you need to out in the lower intake manifold, as …address : 2nd Floor,S.C.O Block,Industrial Complex Bari Brahmana, Jammu Jammu JK IN 181133. Company Name : HARYANA MALLEABLE AND ALLOY CASTINGS LIMITED. Category : Company limited by Shares. address : SIDCO INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX BARIBRAHMANA JAMMU JAMMU JAMMU AND KASHMIR JK IN 181133.Have a 2005 Impala 3800 Police with 120K. Purchased the car with a TON of issues and now I cant seem to shake this last one. ... The LIM gasket was rotted away where the coolant passes through it, but it looked like a seal was still being made. Pulled all the rockers/pushrods for the rear cylinder bank to get a good visual of the springs. No ...Feb 28, 2012. #19. I have never had my coolant elbow leak. But in my production year 3800 Series II the lower coolant is built in to the tensioner and is metal. But I did get a GM coolant elbow when I did my LIM gaskets and I used the metal LIM gaskets because I never want to do it again. I didn't use any RTV on the one plastic elbow and I have ...UIM & LIM gasket replacement now no start. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 13 of 13 Posts ...GM 3800 Service Tips, Techniques, and Advice. Both the dead end and the thru passage can be corroded, mostly on cars older than 15 yrs or cars that not had the coolant changed on a regular basis. Shallow corroding can be handled by the LIM gasket. More than that you can rub in some permatex Ult ….Rick. I have some photos from the last set of LIM gaskets I did . if replacing the. LIM gaskets get the aluminium over the plastic framed gaskets . you can see in the pic's the passenger side gasket the plastic frame has broken allowing the seal to move and oil passes into the cooling system under pressure. R.2) measure pressure with key on, engine running. (should be 40-50 (lower than engine off value) 3) goose throttle and watch pressure. (should maintain pressure, not decrease) 4) disconnect vacuum to fuel regulator, measure pressure. (should immediately increase and hold) 5) reattach vacuum to fuel regulator, shut engine off.3800 II EGR leaking Coolant. Hi all.. Recently replaced the heater hose - elbows - successfully - on my 98 Intrigue, and now few weeks later, I have coolant spewing from my EGR valve. I had planned on tackling the UIM kit replacement sometime in the future, as this engine has 150k on it, and I guess the future is now...The frame of the old LIM gaskets is nylon 6,6 (plastic) you want the newer designed Fel-PRO Aluminum framed gasket. ... Also, if you have the naturally aspirated 3800 II, then the EGR port in the Upper Intake can warp, and let coolant leak, there is a reduced diameter EGR Stove Pipe that you need to out in the lower intake manifold, as …The posts on this page explain the failure of the lower intake manifold (LIM) gaskets in the GM 3800 V6 engine, and show you how to identify it and repair it. This is the most common failure of the engine, and can lead to the destruction of the engine unless fixed in time. It usually happens after 12 years or 80k-120k miles, usually a few ...Head Gaskets on a 3800 Series 3 NA by JetroGT. Started on: 03-07-2016 05:20 AM: Replies: 15 (362 views) Last post by: JetroGT on 03-21-2016 05:09 AM ... I'm going to order up some Hylomar for the heads and the LIM today and locate a gasket set. I'll post pics as I wrench through it. IP: Logged. PFF. System Bot. Thunderstruck GT Member . Posts ...Replacing UIM, UIM Gasket, and LIM Gasket. 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I know there are some other threads on this topic, I did not want to hijack them though. I've had issues with my car not wanting to start on occasion when it was warm, or if I used the AC while it was idling. After about 2-3 years without being able to find out what the problem was, I'm pretty...The frame of the old LIM gaskets is nylon 6,6 (plastic) you want the newer designed Fel-PRO Aluminum framed gasket. ... Also, if you have the naturally aspirated 3800 II, then the EGR port in the Upper Intake can warp, and let coolant leak, there is a reduced diameter EGR Stove Pipe that you need to out in the lower intake manifold, as …Changed UIM and LIM. Jump to Latest Follow 2K views 6 replies 2 participants last post by 03MonteSS Sep 19, 2013. E. Eaglefixer ...Feb 16, 2010 · 24 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Feb 16, 2010. I have a 98 Old w/3800. I replaced the upper plenum at 39k miles due to the upper plenum leaking coolant into the LIM. Now at 139,00k it's leaking coolant again. I pulled the lower plenum and am changing the gaskets, cleaned the LIM. the mating faces on the LIM and head aren't pitted or corroded. In addition to the LIM gaskets you also get hit for about about $30 for the set of two ZZP Gorlock gaskets. " THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Powerlog manifold, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Flotech Afterburner Exhaust, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w ... I want to totally eliminate any oil leaking issues for the rest of this car's life, hopefully. again it's a gm 3800 series ii V6 engine, and it has about 190k miles currently. ... LIM gasket oil pressure switch front and rear crank seals oil pan gasket TY Archived post. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast.(high sodium-slight potassium elevation) This evening, I tore down the upper I/M and retorqued the LIM. Bolts 1-2-3-4 all were under torqued. I had checked to see that all bolts were at 11 ft lbs and discovered those were loose. They were then torqed to 11ft lbs. '99 LSS 3800 Series II L36 Is this acceptable or is the LIM gaskets toast now?It runs really good except at idle, it doesn’t idle smooth and runs at around 800-900 rpm. I pull the codes and get p0171 – Bank 1 too lean. The fuel trim is staying around 15-20% and doesn’t fluctuate with higher RPMs. The upstream o2 sensor is reading around .05 and not really fluctuating, so I immediately suspect a vacuum leak.Are you the proud owner of an old pressure cooker that has seen better days? Maybe it’s missing a handle or a gasket, or perhaps you’re in need of a new pressure release valve. Wha...Anatomy of a Lower Intake Manifold (LIM) gasket fail: causes and symptoms The most common failures of the 3800 engine are spark plugs, wires, MAF sensors, ignition coils, plastic intake manifolds...Bay Area, CA. Feb 7, 2012. #1. On my '96 Camaro with the 3800 II engine, after changing out a leaking valve cover gasket, found that my LIM gaskets are very slightly leaking. Latest UOA shows no coolant and the oil doesn't have any coolant.Increased Offer! Hilton No Annual Fee 70K + Free Night Cert Offer! On this week’s MtM Vegas we have so much to talk about regarding the massive changes to the Mirage as it transiti...Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available. View the current offers here. When flying to the US from my home base in Madrid, Spain, I usuall... Update: Some offers...GrandAmGT.com Forum > GAGT - Technical - Sponsored by www.MilzyMotorSports.com > HOW TO's: LIM and Head Gasket Change Walkthrough/FAQ.

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