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Old 05-29-2016, 09:04 AM   #1
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Default Exhaust leak

I can hear it but can't feel it because of the fan. How to find the leak?
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Old 05-29-2016, 09:37 AM   #2
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Take the fan belt off,start the car and have somebody hold their hand over the tailpipe.The exhaust will blow their hand away,but it will restrict it enough to force exhaust out through any leaks.Take a good look at number 4 exhaust port,you may find that part of the gasket blown out.
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Also try a piece of rubber hose used as a stethoscope.
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Old 05-29-2016, 11:51 AM   #4
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Also look for cracks, and a loose clamp assembly.
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Old 05-29-2016, 08:48 PM   #5
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smoke test it
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Old 05-30-2016, 10:01 AM   #6
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smoke test it
I don't smoke but the idea sounds good. How about some snake oil in the carb?
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Old 05-30-2016, 10:18 AM   #7
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if you were closer I would smoke you for free
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