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Old Jul 8, 2004 | 09:56 AM
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I realize there is alot of info. on this subject on this sight but I need to know how much of the K-Member I can get away with cutting off before I run into problems? I am installing Kooks LT's in my 99 SS and can't seem to get enough clearance to get the drivers side header in. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
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Old Jul 8, 2004 | 05:35 PM
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How high up do you have the car? I know on my car I had to have the header completely vertical before I was able to slide it in. I also unbolted the tranny crossmember and pried it over to give me enough room to slide it in. Another thing, I pulled off the oil filter too.
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Old Jul 8, 2004 | 05:50 PM
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How high up do you have the car? I know on my car I had to have the header completely vertical before I was able to slide it in. I also unbolted the tranny crossmember and pried it over to give me enough room to slide it in. Another thing, I pulled off the oil filter too.

Practically had the car on end finally got it in, after doing some "mods" to the k-member and body, as well as loosening engine mounts both sides and removing oil filter
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