Jim there is a TSB for updated Intake gaskets. Have seen this numerous times.

FORD: 1996-97 THUNDERBIRD 1996-98 MUSTANG

1996-98 WINDSTAR 1997-98 E-150, E-250, F-150 MERCURY: 1996-97 COUGAR

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