Engine will not idle in cold weather!!

[kamikaze_k77]

Help! 3.4L engine on my 95 Monte will not idle when in cold weather, idle improves as engine gains temp, but initially, will not idle at all. RPM's will rev to 4 grand and then drop to 500. Sometimes will stall or will continue fluctuating. Took to mechanic - they say that the manifold intake GASKET is bad- before i replace, does anyone have any other suggestions??? Replacement of gasket upwards of $450, so any other options would be appreciated!

[MNMonte]

Sorry buddy, it looks like your screwed! The exact same thing thing happened to my 98 LS Monte. If your engine is in otherwise good condition, its worth the $450. A faulty intake gasket is very common with newer monte carlos and causes numerous problems. If I were you I would take the shot to the wallet and fix it. It made my monte run like a champ

[Lubricant]

This is easy to replace yourself..
Remove the intake, replcae 30.00 gasket, and replace..
Go buy the chiltons guide for your car..
1 hour, tops it will take.

[kamikaze_k77]

I took the hit to the pocket book and got the gaskets fixed. Car works great! In response to the previous post, the job took a trusted, certified mechanic 4.5 hours of labor. Granted I had the upper and lower gaskets replaced, but not a one hour quick change. I was able to get it done for around $260 parts and labor. DEFINITELY WORHT IT!!!