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help install MAC Midlength headers on my 95 z28

Old Jul 10, 2006 | 02:02 PM
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i am getting a set of MAC headers on wednesday and i can't wait to install them. however i have heard that putting headers on an LT1 is a huge job. I was wondering if there are any tips that anyone has to help me through this job.... and i have a lift in my garage and a ton of tools so please feel free to give me any suggestions. thanks
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 05:49 PM
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Put new motor mounts in before you slide your headers in. I didn't and now I need to pull the headers to do it.
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 06:10 PM
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Do you have access to a lift?
That is the big question.
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Old Jul 10, 2006 | 07:57 PM
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Suggestions:

PB Blast or WD 40 the stock header bolts the night before you take the stockers off. This will make it much easier to get them off. Also, be paticent. The more aggrevated you get during the process the more you'll want to sell the car. This is also a good time to do new plugs and wires. When you feel the difference with the new headers, you'll know it was all worth it. Good luck.
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Old Jul 11, 2006 | 08:02 AM
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thanks everyone for the advice... and eddie, did you feel a noticable difference when you put your MAC's on your car??.... i have a picture in my head of doing a ton of work and feeling no difference in performance... if anyone has any input as to how much hp they gained by adding headers please let me know. thanks!
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You have a lift, and all the tools. All you will need is patience, and you will be good to go. Take your time, and route all your wires. It took my about 6 hours on my back to do it right, I never had any problems, or had to re-route any wires ect...
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