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Old Dec 26, 2006 | 03:59 AM
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I just installed my brand new Strup race header and was wondering if anyone had this same problem. It leaks between the S-pipe and header... The S-pipe is stock would buying an aftermarket S-pipe fix the problem? Sorry if this is a retarded question
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 04:20 AM
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Retarded questions usually can be answered by using the Button....
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 04:22 AM
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Originally Posted by KINGxOFxSKA
Retarded questions usually can be answered by using the Button....
retarded answer. guy is a noob help him out some. Yes it has been known to be an issue double check your bolts and make sure everything is tight. after that im not sure but if you do search i belive there is an answer to help you.
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 04:27 AM
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it's probably a problem with any header...u should get the s pipe with the header for better fitment
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by peteyd
Originally Posted by KINGxOFxSKA
Retarded questions usually can be answered by using the Button....
retarded answer. guy is a noob help him out some. Yes it has been known to be an issue double check your bolts and make sure everything is tight. after that im not sure but if you do search i belive there is an answer to help you.

Hmmm.... I could've sworn retarded questions get retarded answers.
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 03:43 PM
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Jesus Christ answer the damn question or quit wasting bandwidth. The issue could be bolts loose or a damaged header or even a worn gasket. Check all of the items listed above and let me know if its fixed. If it isnt I will work on other possible fixes.
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by BOXMAN
Jesus Christ answer the damn question or quit wasting bandwidth. The issue could be bolts loose or a damaged header or even a worn gasket. Check all of the items listed above and let me know if its fixed. If it isnt I will work on other possible fixes.
Replying to a post doesn't waste bandwidth... making useless threads does.
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 07:37 PM
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Ok well sorry I guess I should have SEARCHED for that answer to huh?
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 07:44 PM
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with all due respect, and I mean with all due respect:

Old Dec 26, 2006 | 07:48 PM
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See now how in the hell did this help? God I am glad there are more Scion related forums showing up everyday.
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 07:50 PM
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it was a joke, i watched Talladega Nights 3 times this weekend...

i apologize to the OP if I hurt his feelings...
Old Dec 26, 2006 | 07:55 PM
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Talladega Nights is so funny huh! Oh well I will let the TN bash in but lets all get back to helping not bashing.
Old Dec 28, 2006 | 01:02 AM
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tried everything didnt get a gasket with the headers when i bought it and i bought the headers brand new so there shouldnt be any damages the spring bolts arent loose or anything tried about four times and it still leaks
Old Dec 28, 2006 | 05:07 AM
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Did you use the factory donut gasket off your old header?
Old Dec 28, 2006 | 11:40 PM
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there wasnt one
Old Dec 29, 2006 | 03:10 AM
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should have a factory gasket and you need to use that...

If you have that gasket there or if you have any questions, please contact me or you can contact Charlie @ Strup Performance directly...
Old Dec 29, 2006 | 09:09 PM
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There has to be one. Go look at your old header at the bottom flange and you should find the factory donut gasket. You might need a flathead screwdriver to pop it off.
Old Dec 31, 2006 | 01:42 AM
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i checked it and everything there wasnt one there
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