LT1 Intake Manifold Gasket Replacement * PART 1* LT1 C4 Corvette

[@ozzstars_cars]

Links for the Gasket and Sealant used to do this repair: Fel-Pro LT1 Intake Manifold Gasket Set: amzn.to/2EygsQw Permatex Right Stuff Gasket Maker: amzn.to/2qhbke9

[@DeepDive123]

Thank you sir for your videos. Just subscribed. Just bought a 96 lt1 two weeks ago. 75k miles and running strong and close to mint condition. Could have got a C5 but C4 was my favorite car as a kid. I'm 36 now and the car is great to have. Thanks again!

[@ozzstars_cars]

The late C4's are fantastic sport cars and right now a bargain in price. I would say a 1996 is the cream of the crop. Thanks for subbing and enjoy your new ride! -Glen (Ozz)

[@equationmalatsion3451]

One of the only good videos I've found detailing how to get the intake off. Granted, I need to get the heads off my 93 Corvette, but this (and pt.2) are helping me fly through the process of getting to them

[@ozzstars_cars]

Hardest part will be removing the exhaust manifold bolts. Unfortunetly I don't have a video on cylinder head removal but it's not too difficult. Good luck!

[@skinnytvw2779]

you must really love corvettes...I just did a plug and wire change on my 92 lt1 and 5hrs into it I said screw it time for beer!!!! still got an hour of work left...wtf, just bought the car 2 weeks ago...ahhh still love it!

[@ozzstars_cars]

It is a tight squeeze. Enjoy your ride! The 92-96 Vettes are a lot of fun for the money!

[@mickaellequint3075]

Bonjour Ozzstar, I just want to thank you for your video that helped me much to repar my 95 C4. I had a leak of oïl exactly as you described. Great job you do for beginers. Thanks alot. Mick from France

[@ozzstars_cars]

Mickael Lequnt I am glad to know the video helped you out Mick. No more oil dripping from your Corvette is a GOOD thing! You take care and enjoy driving your car! - Ozz

[@indianbill3123]

i know i’m late to this video but i can’t find the fuel line disconnect tools you used….can you give a name or link please ?

[@indianbill3123]

o’reilly’s auto parts w89330 ?

[@ozzstars_cars]

Here ya go.amzn.to/49TJxpQ

[@indianbill3123]

@@ozzstars_cars excellent, thanks!

[@paullentz7330]

Thanks for this video! Just finished mine. You Rock!

[@ozzstars_cars]

@Paul 👍

[@cypher85fly]

Nice video thank you for posting. I have a 1990 vette that has just finished an engine rebuild. Can't wait for spring!

[@carlellis9647]

Ozzstar, I don't know if you mentioned but the fuel system should be depressurized before removing the fuel lines and the injectors. This is done by removing the fuse for the fuel pump and cranking the engine for about ten to fifteen seconds. You did a great job explaining a rather detailed repair. I appreciate your effort.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Or just press on the schrader relief fuel valve on the fuel rail. Thanks for watching

[@paulclark155]

awesome video!! helps me out big time!! I Have a 97 TA lt1 same setup putting on a edelbrock LT4 intake manifold and 58mm BBK throttle body on myself. Great step by step you make it look so easy thanks for posting1

[@ozzstars_cars]

Paul Clark hey thanks for the comment Paul. You are welcome, glad the vid helped you out. Sounds like that T/A will be a fast hot rod when your done! - Ozz

[@renatogoncalves2412]

Great vídeos. I cant find the total time needed to perform the job. I have to do mine in the spring. Thanks for helping all of us. Happy new year!

[@Matt-nq4du]

4 hours by the book

[@josuecortez2259]

when you go to disconnect the fuel lines and also depressurize the system, would it be a problem if you have an almost full tank of fuel? I know for the fuel filter you shoukd have a quart or less but this vacuum leak just developed and I need to take care of it.

[@nicotoscani8270]

Correct me if I’m wrong but the LT1 intake is a “dry” manifold. Is it really necessary to drain the radiator?

[@ozzstars_cars]

Throttle body has coolant in it and I had to replace those hoses. Technically you could push the throttle body out of the way without draining the coolant.

[@hondamancl450]

I have a 1995 z28 and I need to replace my fuel regulator, would you recommend taking injectors off with the fuel rails to change it because it looks like its attached to it and there's no room at all any advice I will appreciate thanks

[@ozzstars_cars]

Yes, it's easy to remove the rail. I'd go that way. Replace the injector orings while you are at it.

[@hondamancl450]

Ozzstar thanks very much I really appreciate quick response and and very informative videos

[@ozzstars_cars]

@@hondamancl450 you are welcome. Glad to help.

[@dannyphillips8835]

My 1995 firebird lt1 nightmare to get to even the spark plugs much less the head gasket . I sure wish I had the cash to get this done .Just keep adding anti freeze . No place to do the work myself either .

[@joelwinkler1158]

When you are pointing out items to see or remove a laser light pointer would be a help.

[@ozzstars_cars]

I have thought that very same thing. Know of any in particular? I could use a good one.

[@kennyhelmick4461]

I have 95 c4 thought your video was very helpful, turned out great.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Good to hear and thank you for taking the time to comment. -Glen

[@dannydiaz3645]

Hi what type of book do you use I mean the repair Manual there is no which one you use thank you appreciate it by the way nice channel for the C4 community. 👍

[@ozzstars_cars]

I own the GM factory service manual.

[@corvette72778]

I understand not driving the corvette if there is salt/slush on the ground to corode wheels, exhaust, and other metal. But why not drive it if its cold out? Cold weather is great for the normally hot running C4.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Summer tires, not recommended to drive under 35 degrees farenheit. The C4 should not be running hot. I have a video coming out soon on that subject and how to maintain correct cooling temperature. Stay tuned!

[@corvette72778]

@@ozzstars_cars well maybe not hot but they can run much warmer (when idle) than newer Vettes. 230-235 degrees idle vs 210 on a new Vette. And it's within normal range but cold air gets it closer to 190ish quicker.

[@corvette72778]

@@ozzstars_cars summer tires on a C4? I prefer having better wet traction all season tires.

[@savinitout14]

did u change it because it had a oil leak ??

[@ozzstars_cars]

Yes the gaskets were replaced because the oil leak was annoying. As a result engine vacuum improved and the idle was smoother. Very common issue on C4's

[@JosephHowes2003]

@@ozzstars_cars how do I test if this is my problem. I don't see an oil leak but my idle is high, especially in park or neutral, bounces up and down and gas mileage is horrible. I've done just about everything else so I think it's this. I changed plugs and wires, idle control, map sensor, both o2 sensors, fuel pressure regulator, fuel pump, fuel filter, pcv, EGR and EGR switch, coolant sensors, cleaned the injectors. I eventually gave up and had a mechanic scan it. He thinks it's the ECM so I might send it in to be fixed but want to see if it's the manifold gasket first.

[@ozzstars_cars]

@@JosephHowes2003 Your mechanic thinks it's the ECM??? You should find a technician that knows how to diagnose cars. Even a mechanic should know to test for a vacuum leak he needs to do a smoke test.

[@JosephHowes2003]

@@ozzstars_cars I tried the cigar smoke test and it showed nothing. I was thinking of making a smoke machine per KZbin instructions.

[@ozzstars_cars]

@@JosephHowes2003 sorry to hear about the struggle you are having. Do you watch a lot of Scotty Kilmer by chance?

[@NICK-tn2qi]

Just discovered i have a lead under my valve covers. I have a '93 corvette as you see in my picture. It's a six speed manual. I'm hoping this will help me. As you know, under the hood of one of these things is crowded with '93 technology..hoping you can help me. I don't know if you would be willing to show me how to do that or not..yes i have been working on cars all my life, but i'm only 20 and you obviously have more experience than me. i don't want to mess anything up..i love my vette!

[@cypher85fly]

Nice video thank you for posting. I have a 1990 vette that has just finished an engine rebuild. Can't wait for spring!

[@ozzstars_cars]

I know it Michael, can't wait to get in the car and go!