[Jon Miller]

I started cutting out header flanges the other day and I've come across a bit of a delema. I've got Edelbrock heads with four bolt holes for each exhaust port. All of the headers that I have seen just use the two top and bottom holes which is the same layout that my gaskets have.

Here are the problems:

1. Logic would say that 4 bolts would seal better than 2.

2. I don't know if I'll be able to get all 4 bolts installed once I build the headers, but even 3 is better than 2 if not as good as 4.

3. Are there gaskets available for the 4 bolt pattern?

4. I find it hard to leave a threaded hole without putting a bolt in it.

Maybe number 4 is a personal problem and I should seek counseling.

Thanks for any help!
Jon