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Mechanical / Re: Coolant leak how to fix
« Last post by b_hill_86 on Today at 08:19:40 AM »You’ll want to replace the intake gaskets too of course and a little RTV can help with the o ring too
First thing I would try is loosen the intake bolts then snug the bolt that draws the intake toward the timing cover. Then properly torque the intake bolts. Can’t hurt to try. If you try that and it doesn’t work or skip it, I’d remove the intake, replace the o-ring and reinstall following the same procedure of drawing the intake forward first then tighten the intake bolts.Thanks, I'll try that. Now I know why some separate the coolant intake and the intake
If you ever need more criticism post some progress pics on fbook!
I think the 557 block has a much worse reputation than it deserves. Buttler Performance uses the 557 block in builds up to 450 or 500 HP, I don’t remember which. Obviously there a lot of variables that come into play when building an engine other than just the block. Probably just as important to have it done by a competent shop.