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I have had a leak at the header flange sinse the day I installed them. I know I need to have the flange machined flat, but haven't had the time to drop it off.

The truck runs like crap, feels like a badly balanced wheel on the freeway. Check engine light is on, code says lean 02 sensor, that makes perfect sense. Mileage has dropped 2-3mpg.

How long can this be run like this before I burn a valve? If I haven't already...

You better do it quickly... logic tells me if you're getting 2-3 mpg WORCE than before... that difference is on that ONE side,... not the other side where there is no leak. I'd say throw the stock logs back on... the headers you have aren't gaining you any ponies... unless you're turbo'd or cam'd pretty heavily.

Paul

 

[YAAAABUDDY03]

your 02 sensor might be bad...

I don't know what the ticking sound could be... could you pin point it to a direct part on that side of the motor.... or?

Paul

 

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Well... you could pull it out, and give it a look-see. But to be honest,... I wouldn't exactly know what I was looking for if it were me. A local exhaust shop would be able to help you,... and I know the Stealership could find a reason to charge you 40.

Paul