IP pump line leaking. (ideas on tighten)?.

[tourus]

Well back in mid September I finished doing both head gaskets. but one of the injector lines are leaking and has been since the job was completed. just can't seem to find a few hours to fix the problem. but also wondering if the bottom right line (#3). can be tighten with out taking the manifold off. going to try anyway using a crows foot. just wondering if any one has any ideas.????

 

[dependable]

A crows foot, some wobbly extensions...a mechanics mirror.. you may be able to do it. Taking the manifold off does not take that long though, sometimes the direct approach is faster and less frustrating. Let us know how it works out.

 

[tourus]

well yes it can be done but SOB! PITA!! but yes I did get it done. first loosen the vacuum pump so it turns then reach arm down under the manifold. use crows foot with an extension. get the crows foot on the loose nut then put ratchet on extension turn until can't then reposition crows foot do it again until tight enough. all this took about an hour not bad but PITA!!...

 

[dependable]

Sounds like about the time it would take if you removed and replaced the manifold at a casual pace. But there is more than one way to do things. Glad you fixed it.