Alrite..I already got the black heat shield and the stock header shield off...but i'm having MAJOR trouble removing the 7 screws from the top of the header to the engine...what are your recommendations?? i don't have any torque tools..just regular poor man tools...need help ASAP

also, how the hell can you reach the 4 under screws on the header?? it's pretty tough for me..i need suggestions from people who did the install themselves before..

 

Put the wrench on the bolts and hit the wrench with your fist. Should come loose. Although, you could just buy a breaker bar.

Ryan

 

Use 1/4" drives if you have them.. thats the only way I got mine off and new one on... good luck

 

is it that the nuts are hard to get off? i just used a wratchet and brute strength and mine came off easily. maybe you can use some lube to help loosen them if thats the case

 

yeah i sprayed some wd40 on it, but didnt seem to help..

 

rojaboy, with the breaker bar, does that have enough clearance???

 

If you can get the drive you are using in there then find a make shift breaker bar to use.. the standard bars you buy at like sears and stuff will not fit in there...

 

how much space do you have to work in? make sure you put your jack stands on one of the highers points, a few extra inches make a huge difference while working under the car. also, for breaker bars, the easiest thing is to use lacrosse poles and just stick the socket in the end of that. I use them because you can cut the pole easily if you dont have space. anyway, let some wd40 sit on there, eat some spinach, and give it a few tugs with a breaker bar, and they will come off....

 

I just did mine and it was not bad at all. If you are still having problems you can call me and it will be no problem to walk you through it 352-650-3763

 

Puddy If he calls you tell him about the other way to put your hood up so it's higher.


Bet that will help.

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