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Aug 13, 2006 | 09:56 PM

FrogmanDave

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Kook's LT Header Install Questions

OK guys I'm new to Corvettes and have never installed headers on one. I have a 2002 Z06 that I bought a full set of used Kook's headers for (from a supporting forum vendor). I read the install instructions on the Kook's web site and I have some questions about the install. They mention removing the alternator, coil packs and the steering shaft. Also they mention loosening the motor mounts and jacking the motor up side to side when removing the stock manis and when installing the headers. They also recommend installing the headers from the top. I saw an install on a C6 and they didn't do any of this stuff and worked from the bottom of the car. Is all of this necessary? Does anyone have a link to install instructions with pictures for the C5? I have looked around and have found nothing. Any hlep would be appreciated.

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Dave

Aug 13, 2006 | 10:18 PM

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Do it from the top. We have C5s not C6s...

Here are some good reads with lots of tips..

http://www.jakelatham.com/C5/projects/kooks/

http://www.z06vette.com/forums/showt...=kooks+install

http://www.z06vette.com/forums/showt...9&page=1&pp=15

Aug 14, 2006 | 05:26 PM

FrogmanDave

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Thanks for the links Chris. This looks like it's going to be hard, but worth it in the end. I'm glad I've got some guys coming over to help! The install happens Saturday.

Dave

Aug 14, 2006 | 10:38 PM

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Heres one I found with pics. http://www.corvettemagazine.com/2005...s/kooks-01.asp

Aug 14, 2006 | 10:44 PM

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Heres one I found with pics. http://www.corvettemagazine.com/2005...s/kooks-01.asp

This is the one I saw on the C6 install. That's why I asked the question in the first place. This install looks way easier than on a C5.

Dave

Aug 15, 2006 | 08:17 AM

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if you have any ? call me toll free at 1 866 586 kook. I can answer any ? you may have. George R

Aug 15, 2006 | 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by GeorgeR@kooks

if you have any ? call me toll free at 1 866 586 kook. I can answer any ? you may have. George R

Does the newer design still require as much work? Also, after you jack up the motor and slide the header in how the heck do you re-tighten the mount? I guess this is why they say loosen it from underneath.