yah i went with a new one when i changed motors. not much room in that little pipe so i was not takin a chance. i would not be surprised if 8 is not happy either

 

I pulled it yesterday, and it was fine. It was probably just a matter of time though. The only thing I'm worried about now is finding all these hoses. I need the elbow at the front of the intake for the pcv pipe and the rubber boots and connectors for the evap stuff on the passenger side.

And I have no idea how you get a new hose on the coolant overflow reservoir. Looks to be pressed on.

 

best first step is find the part numbers. http://performanceworks1.com/PDF%20F...s%20Manual.pdf

heres a couple places to look for parts.
RMS Automotive Supply, LLC - Keeping your ride on the road!
GM Parts Direct: Your direct source for Genuine GM Parts

 

Found a couple things, couldn't find a few things with those numbers. Thank you though.



The rail thing below the block on the picture.. can it be removed? It's attached to the block.

 

should be two small bolts holding it on, spark plug wires go through it.