Looking for help finding someone to remove the intake manifold and install a new gasket and the Coolant passage “O” rings on a 1985 12a, original engine with 72K original miles. Hoping to find someone who has some experience with the 12a (or 13b) and has at least removed the intake manifold to ether do a gasket replace or has removed and re-installed it as part of some other motor work.

I would like to find someone who possibly works out of their home garage to make the repair for me and not charge what a dealer would charge or an auto parts repair shop. Would also consider paying someone to help me do it as an option, e.g. either participate and provide guidance or do the manifold removal/installation and I help with some of the preparation work, like labeling the vacuum hoses for re-installation and/getting the required parts.

Is there anyone participating on this part of the forum that would either be a candidate for this action or could point me to someone who could?

I am in the Northern Virginia area, but would be willing to travel a reasonable distance for the right help/deal, e.g. Baltimore, Richmond, etc.

Thank you
Mach7

 

Is your car completely stock? I am up in south Baltimore and just rebuilt my 12a this winter, I would be willing to help you out. PM if you don't find something a little more local.