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Oct 15, 2005 | 06:08 PM

Danny2tek

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Header install in progress

Well today I started the installation of my headers. So far I got the y pipe and the drivers side manifold off, I'm just having a hard time getting to the last bolt of the passenger side manifold

. Any tips to getting it?

Oct 15, 2005 | 06:17 PM

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I used an air ratchet with a swivel and socket worked great for me

Oct 15, 2005 | 06:23 PM

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I used an air ratchet with a swivel and socket worked great for me

Wish I had one

Oct 15, 2005 | 06:31 PM

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ya air tools are ur friend... invest in a good set and compressor

Oct 15, 2005 | 06:39 PM

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I was able to loosen mine from underneath with a long handle torque wrench and short socket. Once it was loose, I went at it from above with a gear wrench.

Oct 15, 2005 | 06:41 PM

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hit the harware store, pick up a set of swivel (sp) head gear wrenches, socket extensions, and socket u-joints. On your way home, stop by the 7-11 and get a bottle of patience

Oct 15, 2005 | 06:43 PM

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I just used a standard 3/8" ratchet and got it from underneath.

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Oct 15, 2005 | 07:26 PM

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I took off the valve covers for more clearance.

Oct 15, 2005 | 07:47 PM

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i had to fight mine from the top and bottom, i just kept cursing and i ended up getting it, its a real bitch though.

Oct 15, 2005 | 08:04 PM

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I used a 10 mm wrench and put a foot long piece of pipe on it. I had a mini cheater bar setup.

Oct 15, 2005 | 10:34 PM

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From: Live Oak, FL - in the woods where the creatures lurk.

I spent about 2 hours with a die grinder and grinding stones (couldn't get the cut off discs on a Sunday here) getting one freaking nut off the pass side manifold/cat.
But I never had any problems getting a fairly straight shot at any of the bolts, using extensions.

Oct 16, 2005 | 11:45 AM

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Update..........
I was able to finally drop the passenger side manifold. I used a breaker bar to break the bolt loose and just for a little bit more room I took of the valve cover. Thanks for the help guys I hope everything goes smooth putting in the headers.

Oct 16, 2005 | 11:56 AM

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Time for a break Dolphins game just started

Oct 16, 2005 | 12:22 PM

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[B]Just installed a set of ceramic coated flowtech LT's.Took about 8 hours for whole procedure(no compressor)...the flowtechs fit was awesome,price was good...338 for coated headers and 130 for coated y-pipe from Summit.Used 1/4" drive rachet(good for tight spots).