exhaust manifold question
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Thank you. I can see part of the tube from under the car but, not actually where the tube inserts into the block, much less get my hand in there to guide it.
Did you have to remove anything else such as the starter maybe?
Did you have to remove anything else such as the starter maybe?
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I used a length of pvc and set one end over the front of the engine and the other end on the fender. Then, I ran bungee cords over the pvc and hooked through the manifold to suspend it in place while fishing the tube back in. This allows you some maneuvering room without trying to hold it up at the same time. After that you just need to slide it around until you feel it snag the hole. Then push like hell. I think I, gently, put a Vice grip on the tube…don’t crush it… to tap the wrench for downward pressure.
This job is frustrating, no getting around it. Keep plugging away and you’ll get it.
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I got the steering rack out faster…😳
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Moved to C5 Tech. And thanks for posting tips for doing the work.
