[net.auto] X-Headers

mikey@trsvax.UUCP (05/11/84)

#N:trsvax:55200055:000:1174
trsvax!mikey    May 11 07:46:00 1984

This line can go the way of 55 mph speed limits!!!

I have a 1980 Pontiac Phoenix V6, and yes, I know about the brakes.  
I have a crack in my exhaust manifold and I recently purchased
headers for replacement.  The headers don't have provisions for
what GM calls the Pulsair system.  Other than that, it looks like
a straight bolt up operation.  Has anyone had experience with
the Pulsair system?  More specifically, disconnecting it?  The
system failed once, actually the little control valve failed, and
the main Pulsair canisters got so hot the rear one caused a fire 
from power steering fluid leaking on the exhaust manifold after it
melted the power steering hose, which is routed directly above the
rear Pulsair canister.  

Tentatively, I'm going to remove the canisters, plug the vacuum control
line, and plug the intake manifold vent tap, but let all the rest of
the hoses go where they used to.  

Anyone have any ideas or suggestion???


Thanks in advance
Mikey at trsvax

PS: No flames on polution, as the Pulsair system was really only necessary
to meet California emmisions and I really don't give a sh*t anyway.

55 mph, its not just a good idea, it s*cks!