Hooker Super Comps Vs. TPiS Headers
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Burning Brakes
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I've removed the compressor/alternator brackets, ASR, both AIR tubes, and I can't get the oil dipstick off. Also, my passenger's side AIR tube doesn't seem to want to go back to its original position. I'm having a hard time getting the exhaust off as well. How do you reach the back passenger side wire loom and cylinder 8's bolts?
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Burning Brakes
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I've been working since 11:30AM and haven't even gotten the stock manis off. This is kicking my ***...
I have all of the bolts off of the driver's side mani, but there's some stupid bracket holding the cat on that I can't get off, and on the passenger's side, the AIR tube won't move enough for me to get to cylinders 6 and 8 AND I can't get to the wire loom
I'm throwing in the towel for today...
I have all of the bolts off of the driver's side mani, but there's some stupid bracket holding the cat on that I can't get off, and on the passenger's side, the AIR tube won't move enough for me to get to cylinders 6 and 8 AND I can't get to the wire loom
I'm throwing in the towel for today...
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Sorry to hear you're having fits.
Don't be afraid to soak problem fasteners with PB Blaster (or equivalent penetrating lube), remove an extra part/two to gain better access, buy a tool you might not have, try getting at bolts from any angle (e.g., from the bottom), or post a pic of a problem area.
Aklim...I agree about the benefit of changing plugs. I took mine out in less than 10 minutes using a hex-end 5/8" socket and a 19mm open-end wrench. (No ratchet handle required.) The best part is the rear plugs are almost easier than the fronts!
Don't be afraid to soak problem fasteners with PB Blaster (or equivalent penetrating lube), remove an extra part/two to gain better access, buy a tool you might not have, try getting at bolts from any angle (e.g., from the bottom), or post a pic of a problem area.
Aklim...I agree about the benefit of changing plugs. I took mine out in less than 10 minutes using a hex-end 5/8" socket and a 19mm open-end wrench. (No ratchet handle required.) The best part is the rear plugs are almost easier than the fronts!
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But the rears LOOK harder though. I thought I was going mad when I felt that the rears which look harder actually were easier than #2 and #4.
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Burning Brakes
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. My hand is about as skinny as they come too lol
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Burning Brakes
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I have heard horror stories of things melting due to headers in the C4!!! Might as well since it will be really easy to get to now!
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Burning Brakes
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Burning Brakes
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From: Fort Worth TX