Header and down pipe gasket

[RLZ]

hi, does anyone know where to buy gaskets for the ae86 16v header and down pipe gasket? just got the aftermarket header so I might need a set of new gasket. I'm in SoCal. Thanks!

[jojor42]

Check eBay or rockauto, they should have the gaskets.

[RLZ]

Check eBay or rockauto, they should have the gaskets.

Its 2.5"right?

[morgan]

OBX sells a kit on ebay for this, its $15
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181080185275?ss ... 1423.l2649

[MisterJerk]

any of the chain auto parts stores carry 2 bolt exhaust gaskets. you just have to know the size of the piping. stock cat is 2"
OBX has a 2" outlet
Pacesetter is 2.25
which aftermarket header? not all are the same size. and i havent seen very many 2.5" exhausts for the ae86, other than the CXracing one.

[RLZ]

OBX sells a kit on ebay for this, its $15
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181080185275?ss ... 1423.l2649

isn't it only for 20v?

[MisterJerk]

isn't it only for 20v?

nope the ends are slotted for both 16 and 20

manifold gaskets are cheap and arent anything special, felpro works.

[RLZ]

any of the chain auto parts stores carry 2 bolt exhaust gaskets. you just have to know the size of the piping. stock cat is 2"
OBX has a 2" outlet
Pacesetter is 2.25
which aftermarket header? not all are the same size. and i havent seen very many 2.5" exhausts for the ae86, other than the CXracing one.

I don't know what brand of the header, but looks like pacesetter 4-2-1.

[morgan]

OBX sells a kit on ebay for this, its $15
http://www.ebay.com/itm/181080185275?ss ... 1423.l2649

isn't it only for 20v?

nope, you can see the slots for 16v & 20v applications. i have bought this kit before, the gasket for the header/downpipe flange is 2.5" I.D.
pacesetter doesnt utilize that gasket since its a shitty slip joint

[RLZ]

nope, you can see the slots for 16v & 20v applications. i have bought this kit before, the gasket for the header/downpipe flange is 2.5" I.D.
pacesetter doesnt utilize that gasket since its a shitty slip joint[/quote]

So do you know the size will fit pacesetter header?

[morgan]

the one in the kit will fit the header where it meets the catalytic converter. its only a little bigger for the opening, i dont think it will hurt none. youll be fine with that kit, i like the OBX ones because they are graphite and dont leak like the paper or crappy metal/paper layered ones.

[RLZ]

the one in the kit will fit the header where it meets the catalytic converter. its only a little bigger for the opening, i dont think it will hurt none. youll be fine with that kit, i like the OBX ones because they are graphite and dont leak like the paper or crappy metal/paper layered ones.

so as you said the OBX kits will fit my pacesetter header where meet the cat or test pipe right?

[morgan]

I might still have a gasket not on my car, I'll measure if so. But yeah, it should fit fine

[RLZ]

I might still have a gasket not on my car, I'll measure if so. But yeah, it should fit fine

That would be great if you can measure your gasket before I buy them.

[FDeeznuts]

wouldnt it be easier to just measure your header to get the size for the cat/test gasket?...

[MisterJerk]

pacesetter has a 2.25" outlet. go to a local parts store and get a $2.00 gasket.

actually I have one, brand new in the package. HMU if you too lazy to go to the parts store.

[RLZ]

pacesetter has a 2.25" outlet. go to a local parts store and get a $2.00 gasket.

actually I have one, brand new in the package. HMU if you too lazy to go to the parts store.

I did went to the autozone but they don't have them. where are you located? I saw eBay has the test pipe for sale come with 2 gaskets but like $80 it's not cheap

[RLZ]

wouldnt it be easier to just measure your header to get the size for the cat/test gasket?...

yea I did, it's 2.25" , I want to test fit but local store just don't have them, online I can't test fit I may get the wrong one.

[MisterJerk]

I did went to the autozone but they don't have them. where are you located? I saw eBay has the test pipe for sale come with 2 gaskets but like $80 it's not cheap

East coast, VA. I got mine at pepboys, napa also has them.

heres a google link... http://www.google.com/shopping/product/2101226354477194573?q=2.25%20exhaust%20flange%20gasket&hl=en&bav=on.2,or.r_qf.&bvm=bv.44442042,d.dmg&biw=1030&bih=565&sa=X&ei=8INUUa7BJqXC4APMvYGoCg&ved=0CF0Q8wIwAQ

summit racing
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/vpe-1456/overview/

[RLZ]

I did went to the autozone but they don't have them. where are you located? I saw eBay has the test pipe for sale come with 2 gaskets but like $80 it's not cheap

East coast, VA. I got mine at pepboys, napa also has them.

heres a google link... http://www.google.com/shopping/product/2101226354477194573?q=2.25%20exhaust%20flange%20gasket&hl=en&bav=on.2,or.r_qf.&bvm=bv.44442042,d.dmg&biw=1030&bih=565&sa=X&ei=8INUUa7BJqXC4APMvYGoCg&ved=0CF0Q8wIwAQ

summit racing
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/vpe-1456/overview/

The shape doesnt look like will completely fit, I have got one from pedboys before and it leaks.

[Deuce Cam]

You've measured the ID of the exhuast and it's 2.25", correct? Then all you need is any 2 bolt 2.25" exhaust gasket.

Here you go: http://vibrantperformance.com/catalog/i ... _1068_1126

You could also try local import tuner shops to see if they stock any. Any shop that specializes in Honda's or ae86's should have some in that size.

[RLZ]

You've measured the ID of the exhuast and it's 2.25", correct? Then all you need is any 2 bolt 2.25" exhaust gasket.

Here you go: http://vibrantperformance.com/catalog/i ... _1068_1126

You could also try local import tuner shops to see if they stock any. Any shop that specializes in Honda's or ae86's should have some in that size.

Yeah I will try again asking around, auto zone doesn't have it, pedboys will leaks. I might just go to muffler shop if they have some use or new.

[morgan]

that vibrant gasket is garbage. the metal & paper layered gaskets suck, get a graphite or copper.

i bought one of these to test out, awesome. it has a crush ring to ensure better sealing
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sce-4 ... 4AodiWkAJA

stick with either graphite or copper, the rest will leak in a week

[Deuce Cam]

If you have to have the graphite gaskets go here: http://catalog.remflex.com/category_s/103.htm because those may be hard to find locally. Most of the tuner shops are going to have the cheap metal/paper 'vibrant style' gaskets.

The graphite gaskets can blow out. I've seen it happen a bunch in my Subaru days. They'll probably hold up better on a NA setup though.

[RLZ]

I'm appreciate you guys helps, thanks a lot !

[FDeeznuts]

wouldnt it be easier to just measure your header to get the size for the cat/test gasket?...

yea I did, it's 2.25" , I want to test fit but local store just don't have them, online I can't test fit I may get the wrong one.

Dude, go to autozone. Ask them to find you a two bolt gasket that is the size you need. I did that exact same thing, but ended up just buying a sheet of gasket material for $11. You can make all the gaskets you need. Also for the exhaust mani, you can get a felpro one from autozone for $12. I know because i did that exact thing.

[morgan]

You get what you pay for, that sheet gasket sucks a big D