help with headers
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From: Boynton Beach Florida
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They are not difficult at all. That said depending on what brand you use, the difficulty will change as they are not all the same. If you are mechanically inclined you can do the install with no problem. 
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From: Fairfax SD
Just installed my Kooks, it went pretty good. Watch out for a couple things though. First of all on my installation directions said to loosen the alternator bracket, we ended up taking it all the way off. one bolt on there that is a SOB to get to, will take some time. Also watch out for temp sensor on drivers side, we broke the plastic connector end off when we tried to force header in from top. But that was before we took alt. bracket off. Follow the directions and you should be fine.
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Here's a real good (w/ photos) account of installing some QTP Tri-Y's:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...um_id=1&arch=1
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...um_id=1&arch=1
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Joined: Apr 2003
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From: brownstown mi
Just did mine this past weekend.There Are 2 hard bolts to get at.The driverside back header bolt. Rear of motor,the bolt holding air tube on back of motor.That need to be changed for LG headers for 97-2000 model years.The rest was easy. I loosen the starter and passenger side went right in.driver side went in in easy from botton.I left alt bracket on.
BEWARE OF OIL TEMP WIRE ON DRIVERS SIDE!!! It is on top of oil filter.I didn't see it when under car and pulled wire out of connector.You should unplug it .
PS Does anyone know where i can order a new oil temp sencor connect with wires to splice back to my orginal?
Good luck
Greg
BEWARE OF OIL TEMP WIRE ON DRIVERS SIDE!!! It is on top of oil filter.I didn't see it when under car and pulled wire out of connector.You should unplug it .
PS Does anyone know where i can order a new oil temp sencor connect with wires to splice back to my orginal?
Good luck
Greg
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From: CONCORD NC
I've had to remove both the alternator AND the starter on some cars to get clearance. Sometimes the bottom bracket (that bolts to the bellhousing) doesn't line up properly, and you need to be comfortable cranking it over with ratchet straps etc. If you go ahead and get everything out of the way, the actual headers go on quite easily.
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From: Mesa Arizona
I'm about to find out how easy the header install will be this weekend.
My Stainless Works headers are at JetHot right now and I will pick them up Friday. Along with the header install, Random Tec. high flows and their X pipe.
I'm going to use the "LS1 HowTo" instructions for LG longtubes for a guide.
I'm all ears for additional tips!
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My Stainless Works headers are at JetHot right now and I will pick them up Friday. Along with the header install, Random Tec. high flows and their X pipe.
I'm going to use the "LS1 HowTo" instructions for LG longtubes for a guide.
I'm all ears for additional tips!
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Mt Isle Harbor NC
I will be doing the same install this weekend. I bought a Dynatech header/cat/x-pipe kit last week (still waiting on delivery) and I will be using the LS1-how-to also. I just hope I have all of the right tools!
After this weekend there will be a few more meaner vettes on the road!
Good luck to you guys!
After this weekend there will be a few more meaner vettes on the road!
Good luck to you guys!
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I did my Dynatech suppermaxx system with no help in one day. Just follow directions step by step and you will be fine. You will love the sound.
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From: Prescott Valley AZ
sorry...
really though I'm having a speed shop do it along with other mods...LSX intake, headers with sensor probe and instrurments pod on the "A" pillar. I'm going to monitor EGT and O2/gas mixture. Just for fun 
Burning Brakes
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From: Mt Isle Harbor NC
HOW DO YOU GET THE LAST BOLT OFF EACH MANIFOLD????????
Its the bolt that is tucked way back in there. I spent two hours last night trying to get those last ones off. Before I go back to it, any advice?
What tool makes this easier?
Thanks!
Its the bolt that is tucked way back in there. I spent two hours last night trying to get those last ones off. Before I go back to it, any advice?
What tool makes this easier?
Thanks!
Drifting
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Mesa Arizona
Originally Posted by gppracer
Don't forget to buy 2 gaskets for flanges at the cat- bac.My set of LG headers didn't come with them. The old ones came apart.Auto Zone & Murrays Don't keep these instock.
Greg
Greg
And by the way, I'm gonna pay the pro's to do the install next time!!!
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Joined: Jun 2001
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From: St. Charles Illinois
HEader install C5
This link outlines the LGM header install
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=29
http://www.ls1howto.com/index.php?article=29