Intake maniflod to Exhaust manifold "locator" rings

[David W.]

There are three steel rings that go between the intake and exhaust manifolds on 1954 6 cylinder.
1. Is there an official name for these?
2. What function do they serve?
3. Where might they be available?
Thanks
Dave

[Larry H.]

Re: Intake maniflod to Exhaust manifold "locator" rings

David,
The 3 sleeves, #3835506, actually go between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. I don't know their exact function. If you google "3835506 sleeve" there are a couple of places that show to sell them.
Larry

[David W.]

Re: Intake maniflod to Exhaust manifold "locator" rings

Yes...I goofed. They do go between the cylinder head and the intake manifold. I guess they help align the two surfaces during installation, but maybe not!! Thanks for the info.
Dave

[David W.]

Re: Intake maniflod to Exhaust manifold "locator" rings

Good recommendation! Just ordered a set of 3 from Tim Tygart's Obsolete Chevrolet Parts Co. $6.00 for the set. Plus shipping.
Dave