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Old 06-26-2011, 06:27 PM
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I am going to be installing my headers soon and was wondering if anyone has any pointers or things to look out for or make it easier? Also do you need to remove the spark plugs for the install? Thanks in advance!
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you need to remove the rear valve cover to make taking the stock manifold out easier, other than that its pretty straight forward
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Do you access the rear manifold bolts from the top or underneath the car? I'd would imagine the manifold goes out from underneath. Thanks
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The top worked for taking out the bolts after I got my strut tower brace out of the way.
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So it is pretty much straight forward. Do you really need to remove the spark plugs? Thanks
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I did not remove them when my buddy and I installed them. Just be very, very careful when you pull the headers on and off. You can crack a plug and your car will run like ****! Also, make sure all your fittings on your headers are super tight! You will have leaks and they are annoying!
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Cool, Thanks guys. Now all I have to find some money for the rest of the exhaust and some time to install them!!!



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