poss cracked manifold

[carrots 1]

hi my 1990 1.8 16v always blows from cold.ive read it could be a cracked manifold,is it possible to get them welded or is it best to change it.ive also heard the front pipe is not an easy job to reconnect it to the manifold.how much is a manifold about

[dannyboy 0]

Use the old soapy water to find where leak is when cold. Depends if its cracked or gasket is leaking. I tend to replace a exhaust manifold if I cracked,they can be rewelded on the cheap but they'll crack again after a few heat cycles so I replace as its a pain to remove and you only do it once

[carrots 1]

would i need to get it on a ramp to check it.its been blowing for a while and sounds rough untill warm.its going to have to be sorted after my paint job tho

[rodmax 0]

Hi i have a good manifold if you end up needing one,

let me know

thanks rod

[carrots 1]

hi rod how much would you be looking for it posted,cant afford it just yet but i am interested