[DML] Re: Needs advice - engine, cat, manifolds, gaskets, exhaust, heatshields +++

[William T Wilson <fluffy@xxxx>]

On Fri, 11 Feb 2000, Stian Birkeland wrote:

> 2) Should the cat be swapped with a new one? Its brown in color, so is this 
> discoloration from heat or is it rust? Is the cat made of stainless steel?
> 
> 3) What about the manifolds? They are also very, very brown. Should they be 
> swapped with new ones, or is it possible to gently sandblast them??? If so, 
> should they be treated with something protective???

Only if you have emissions problems. Manifolds and cats naturally turn
brown from the heat. If you want you can wire-brush them, then sand and
paint them with high temperature paint. This isn't really necessary, but
it looks kind of nice.

> 4) I believe all the gaskets should be replaced (cat, manifolds and 
> exhaust), am I right?

I think so.