Exhaust gasket

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Post Sat Apr 14, 2012 12:44 pm

I have the 323i off the road for a few days to change the water pump. I thought about replacing the exhaust gasket at the same time. Is it a 2 hour job or should I leave it for another time?
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Post Sat Apr 14, 2012 1:01 pm

Manifold gasket or manifold to downpipe gasket?

Manifold to downpipe gasket is the easier of the 2, but can still be a pain if the nuts are seized on.
The manifold gasket is a little more work and can turn into a hassle if any of the studs snap off in the head. Probably something I'd leave unless the gasket is blowing.
James
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'93 318i touring 16v