# Manifold leak **URL:** \ **Category:** Maintenance/Repairs\ **Created:** [September 23, 2008, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manifold-leak/19924 "2008-09-23T19:17:44Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Spider5](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/df705f/32.png) [@Spider5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spider5)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2008, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manifold-leak/19924/1 "2008-09-23T19:17:44Z")
I have an upper and lower manifold leak in my 2001 Chevy Malibu. I recently found out that my engine is notorious for getting those. I have not noticed lower levels of my fluids, but I will be driving for 9 hours to visit my family. Basically I would like to know if I should get this fixed or let it ride out and wait until I notice a change in my fluid levels. ---
**Author:** ![the\_same\_mountainbike](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/c89c15/32.png) [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2008, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manifold-leak/19924/2 "2008-09-23T19:43:39Z")
I’d get it fixed or rent a car for the trip. While it may be fine if you monitor your fluids and warning lights, why drive 9 hours with this worry on your mind? ---
**Author:** ![edb1961](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/edb1961/32/122_2.png) [@edb1961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edb1961)\ **Post date:** [September 23, 2008, 8:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manifold-leak/19924/3 "2008-09-23T20:07:20Z")
When my regular mechanic diagnosed an intake gasket leak on my 2000 Blazer, he suggested to get it to a dealer and have it fixed immediately. He explained the coolant would displace the oil from the main/crankshaft bearings ruining the engine. I had the repair done 4 years ago and the truck is running fine. Personally, I would not drive 9 hours with a leaky intake gasket. Do you pay ~$500 for the gasket or a couple of thousand for a new motor. There was a class action suit for Dexcool, the repairs may be covered under the settlement. Check this website or your local GM dealer for more info. [http://www.dexcoolsettlement.com/](http://www.dexcoolsettlement.com/) Good luck, Ed B.