Torque Monsters and Intake Spacer

[FlyBoyCoe]

So I just got my travel pay from a 6 week trip, and that means it's TMH time, which I purchased today. I've read in MoutaineerGreen's thread that it's best to install a phenolic intake spacer at the same time, and that the Trick Flow kit has all the right bolts and such. (TFS-51520018 at Summit)

A few questions:
Is there any difference between gt-40 and gt-40p heads as far as the spacer is concerned?
Are any special tools required to install either the headers or the spacer?
Any other advice for a novice gear head?

 

[techieman33]

that's the right spacer to get, there is no difference with the different heads, they play no role with the spacer at all. There aren't really any special tools needs, just a normal tool set with plenty of extensions, wobbles, u-joints, etc. An Impact gun would be nice. And a 1-1/6" wrench will be needed for your egr tube. Did you get a new egr tube from TMH? if not I would suggest you get one, and make sure he knows that your putting a spacer on.

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

I let Bob at TMH know about egr tube and the spacer, he gave me an almost immediate reply, so I should be okay on that note. Hopefully I can get everything in and start wrenching next weekend.

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

Also, Techie, did you see any gains from the MSD coil packs you put on? I've been thinking about doing that, but I don't know if it's really necessary.

 

[Turdle]

Keep us posted on your progress!

I took the liberty of moving this to the "modified 2nd gen" forum

 

[section525]

Looks like you can't run a BBK spacer with the Gt40 heads. Is that true?

This is a mod I'm planing to do one of these years...

 

[Turdle]

Looks like you can't run a BBK spacer with the Gt40 heads. Is that true?

This is a mod I'm planing to do one of these years...

There is a center hole in the spacer for the egr passage. You are good to go.

 

[section525]

Does it punch out? Or is this the wrong picture?

 

[Turdle]

Does it punch out? Or is this the wrong picture?

oops-cheese again-
I didn't read your post well,
You need the trick flow spacer.

 

[CDW6212R]

That picture is bad, I recall seeing that when hunting for a spacer.

For the GT40 intake you need the intake parts with a hole right in the center, and shaped like that right one pictured.

 

[techieman33]

Also, Techie, did you see any gains from the MSD coil packs you put on? I've been thinking about doing that, but I don't know if it's really necessary.

The idle got a tiny little bit smoother, but I wouldn't spend the money on them again unless I needed new coil packs anyway.

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

The idle got a tiny little bit smoother, but I wouldn't spend the money on them again unless I needed new coil packs anyway.

Cool, that's what I wanted to know.

Freaking Sears... I go in to get a $20 wrench, and I end up spending $200. There's way too much in that store that I "need".

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

You need the trick flow spacer.

Here it is, with the egr hole.

 

[section525]

Right. I was just pointing out that the 40 vs 40-P heads does play a role in which spacer you can use. Although it's really an internal vs external EGR issue. But you get the idea.

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

Okay, so I hear I need to get some header gaskets, because the TM's come with some crappy paper ones... Any suggestions on brands, or will OEM ones from the local autoparts store work?

 

[Turdle]

fel pro replacements for your year will be great. They are kinda lead coated and smash down to make a good seal.

I think the number is fel-9000

 

[Turdle]

oh
for a little tip--

I use wire cutter to make the 2 outside bolt holes ( on the gasket) into a hook-

then you can start the outer 2 bolts, and slide the gasket in --the hooks will ride on the bolts holding the gasket in place while you start the remaining bolts

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

http://store.summitracing.com/partd...886211+4294908331+4294908395+115&autoview=sku

These?

 

[Turdle]

http://store.summitracing.com/partd...886211+4294908331+4294908395+115&autoview=sku

These?

Yup-
I missed a 0 in the part number--ooops

look at the picture-see how the 2 end holes are actually a "hook"

The last 2 sets I have used were a solid hole-I trimmed it to look like the picture for my tip above-

 

[FlyBoyCoe]

Look what the Summit man brought me today!

I'm still waiting on the headers to arrive.