Exhaust leak right at the head

[VdubEd]

Hi everyone,

I've got an exhaust leak right at the head. I'm wandering whether it's safe to drive or I'm going to burn out my valves? Should i get it towed back to the exhaust shop or will driving be ok?

I Had a set of headers and new exhaust installed about 6 months ago and I keep getting leaks, this is the third time. The shop didn't instal a flexible pipe and I think that must be the problem, can anyone shed some light?

Thanks, Ed

[Peter Jones]

You'll be right to drive it to the shop.

Did they install new exhaust gaskets and use proper copper nuts?

A flexy joint is needed, especially with stock rubber engine mounts.

[VdubEd]

Thanks Peter. All new gaskets and bolts but the missing flexihose must be the problem. I'll make sure one goes in when I take it back. Thanks again for the advice, Ed


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