Unstoppable Coolant Leak

Charlesvolare said

Figured it wouldn't hurt anyone, better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it. Got a little carried away, I at least think it's a pretty trick setup. If anything it'll help someone understand it's not a boat anchor smog motor but a hot small block that sees some more stress than normal. You can skip over it if you want, I don't mind :)

Here's the intake:
55026 - Small Block Mopar V8 Crosswind Intake Manifold Satin
At what point would would one have to take off for it normally start to affect the intake angle?

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Usually the accepted maximum is .030" off the heads before the intake needs to be cut. It varies of course. At this point, IMO, I think you should remove the intake and double check the angle. Those intakes have a reputation for not being "so good" regarding details........but I have to admit, this would be the first one I've seen that didn't seal coolant. Most have problems regarding rough castings, crooked port windows, and things of that nature. There's always a first. That's what "I" would do.