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Question: is there a such thing as an upper intake manifold?

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skilby626, Eustis, FL, January 05, 2011, 23:00
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My dad's car is overheating and he is constantly taking it to the same mechanics that I worry are taking advantage of him. they said he needs to replace the upper intake manifold. When I was researching on the part I see there is only one piece and it is not upper or lower..what should I do ?

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    DaveJHM January 05, 2011, 23:08
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    Good job watching out for Dad!

    The intake manifold on this car is common for replacement on this car. It is a composite material, and it cracks in various places, such as around the thermostat housing area.

    It is an expensive repair...probably around $900? Depends on where you live, and cost of labor, etc. The parts are expensive, at least.

    As always, get a second opinion elsewhere if you have concerns about the techs working on the car.

    Here is a link to some other shops near you:

    http://repairpal.com/directory?address=32726&car_brand_na...

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    skilby626, January 05, 2011, 23:32
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    Would this cause a hose to blow? because he replaced a hose before he took it to the mechanic...

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    DaveJHM, January 06, 2011, 00:03
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    It would not cause a hose to blow. Not sure what that issue is. Could be a separate stand alone issue. Which hose was it?

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    skilby626, January 06, 2011, 10:15
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    it was the hose that goes into the manifold

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    DaveJHM, January 06, 2011, 21:23
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    I don't have any hard experience with that hose failing, but I suppose it could. More likely, the manifold has been cracked and leaking for a longer period of time. Hopefully there is evidence of the hose failure that you can see.

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    CFAR from Central Florida Auto Repair Inc, January 06, 2011, 06:32
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    use the after market intake as it is reinforced with metal at the weak point where alt attaches and cracks-Ford had a recall notice on this so check with a dealer to see if it is still covered-Cost is around $750 otherwise

    http://repairpal.com/lincoln-within-25-miles-of-32726

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    DaveJHM, January 06, 2011, 21:24
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    The extended warranty coverage has long since expired on this car.

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