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53 Cavalier
Re: Manifold colour & gaskets
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If the last one was installed correctly the little split in the ring goes toward the manifold.


That’s great and I’m not sure it really matters which way it goes.


I suspect you're right, I suspect the little split in the ring is just to allow it to compress.

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More likely just as an aid in manufacturing since there was no reason to seal it up.

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