Smog system, should i run it or de-gut and plug??

[XXXGoldL34M20]

Here is a pre assembly photo of the work i did this morning.
Just wanted to make sure everything fit right.
Will wait till motor gets back to do a final installation, meanwhile more opinions neaded if i should run it like stock or de-gut and plug.
I went through Google to see what i can read up on this subject and really not much luck on finding threads about de-gutting and plugging the smog,but i did find threads about how the system works and it really only robs about 1 or 2 horsepower and ads weight.
Also it was pointed out that the smog pump can sieze up and make the belt break apart at some point.
Has anyone here have that problem?

[olredalert]

----Dont use the exhaust manifold gaskets. GM didnt!......Bill S

[XXXGoldL34M20]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: olredalert</div><div class="ubbcode-body">----Dont use the exhaust manifold gaskets. GM didnt!......Bill S </div></div>
Install them metal to metal? or with a little silicone?

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XXXBlackLs6M22</div><div class="ubbcode-body">........... robs about 1 or 2 horsepower and ads weight......
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