Kooks install
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Instructor
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From: Ca
Kooks install
Looking at gett'n in on the Kook's GP. I've heard alot of people raising the motor to install them. Does it need to be done for just the 1 7/8 size or both.
BTW. Probably stupid question but the Kooks are stainless right.
Thanks in advance.
Rich. :D
BTW. Probably stupid question but the Kooks are stainless right.
Thanks in advance.
Rich. :D
Burning Brakes
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From: Dothan AL
Re: Kooks install (Bigblockquad)
....you will have to raise engine for the 1 3/4 also. Not that hard to do. It helps if you have someone to help you and a air wrench is a must.
Yes they are stainless.
Yes they are stainless.
Team Owner
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From: Lake Elsinore, CA
Re: Kooks install (Bigblockquad)
Helped Blorton put his in a couple weekends ago. Lifting the motor was the easy part and the rest wasn't bad either.
Here's a link to my web page with pics of the install.
Kooks Installation Pics
Here's a link to my web page with pics of the install.
Kooks Installation Pics
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2003
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From: Fort Collins CO
Re: Kooks install (Patches)
Did you have to remove the steering shaft on the driver's side, or no?
I've heard enough different reports about what it takes to install the Kooks, I'm not quite sure what is and isn't required now.
I am thinking that at this point, the easy way is to:
- remove the alternator
- remove valve covers
- remove plugs & wires
- unbolt the motor mounts, raise the motor a few inches, and slide them in.
Do you still have to:
- remove the steering shaft
- pull the oil filter
- ?
Thanks...
-J
I've heard enough different reports about what it takes to install the Kooks, I'm not quite sure what is and isn't required now.
I am thinking that at this point, the easy way is to:
- remove the alternator
- remove valve covers
- remove plugs & wires
- unbolt the motor mounts, raise the motor a few inches, and slide them in.
Do you still have to:
- remove the steering shaft
- pull the oil filter
- ?
Thanks...
-J
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 23,283
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From: Lake Elsinore, CA
Re: Kooks install (JakeL)
Did you have to remove the steering shaft on the driver's side, or no?
Yes.
I've heard enough different reports about what it takes to install the Kooks, I'm not quite sure what is and isn't required now.
I am thinking that at this point, the easy way is to:
- remove the alternator
- remove valve covers
- remove plugs & wires
- unbolt the motor mounts, raise the motor a few inches, and slide them in.
Do you still have to:
- remove the steering shaft
Yes.
- pull the oil filter
Yes.
I've installed FLP's and LGM's as well and besides pulling the steering shaft and jacking the motor, they are the same.
Thanks...
-J
Yes.
I've heard enough different reports about what it takes to install the Kooks, I'm not quite sure what is and isn't required now.
I am thinking that at this point, the easy way is to:
- remove the alternator
- remove valve covers
- remove plugs & wires
- unbolt the motor mounts, raise the motor a few inches, and slide them in.
Do you still have to:
- remove the steering shaft
Yes.
- pull the oil filter
Yes.
I've installed FLP's and LGM's as well and besides pulling the steering shaft and jacking the motor, they are the same.
Thanks...
-J
Le Mans Master
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From: West "By God" Virginia
CI 7-8-9-10 Veteran
Re: Kooks install (Patches)
Patches, I read where someone fully turned the wheel, not sure which way, and were able to avoid taking off the steering shaft. Know anything about that? What all is involved with taking the shaft off? Also, which end do you have to install from? I will be using a lift, so there will be plenty of room to work from underneath. Nice pics of the install, wish you lived a bit closer, I could probably use a "seasoned" hand on this project! Thanks. :cheers:
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2000
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From: Morganton, NC, USA
Re: Kooks install (cmb396)
The steering shaft comes off real easy as there is only 1 bolt that can be removed by a socket on a long drive extension. Then the joint just slips apart. For putting it back, I recommend wire brushing away the old Loctite and using a dab of red, high strength Loctite. It's best to remove the coolant temperature sensor at the exhaust face at the front of the driver's head, as some have broken their's off getting the header in place. You can use a small piece of rag with 1/4" bolt to seal off the hole, or with the left side jacked up, very little coolant will spill out. I nearly had a coronary when I started to let the jack down and I got a flow of brownish red slippery fluid. I thought I cracked the bat-winged oil pan. But it was only coolant. :cheers:
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From: Lake Elsinore, CA
Re: Kooks install (2kbluestreak)
:iagree: The steering shaft has one bolt on each end. But first, to make sure the steering sensor doesn't get misalligned, get a bungee cord or rope and tie off the steering wheel so it doesn't accidently get turned. If you turn the steering wheel a turn either way and hook up the shaft, the sensor gets out of synch so you need to keep it from moving while your working on the car.
[Modified by Patches, 3:02 PM 3/17/2004]
[Modified by Patches, 3:02 PM 3/17/2004]
Burning Brakes
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From: phila. pa .usa
Re: Kooks install (Patches)
there are different levels of mechanical skills on the boards here,some guys find it a big job to change an oil filter here,if your not one of them you should have no problem puttin them in, as far as steering shaft, it has to be removed, turning the wheel does nothing,2 bolts& it slides out,same as jacking the engine & you dont need an air wrench,just dont be in a hurry to install them,the headers are S.S. except for the flange's,these headers made a big difference in my car,I should of putem on sooner.
[Modified by 88sk, 4:40 PM 3/17/2004]
[Modified by 88sk, 4:40 PM 3/17/2004]