C6 Header Install Question
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C6 Header Install Question
Hello everyone,
I had a few questions regarding installing headers on a base C6. I have tried to find a very detailed write-up but I haven't found anything for someone who has never changed the headers before. I recently removed the spark plugs but when I took them out the metal housing and spring came out with it. Is this normal? How do I go about putting it back. Also, I am not familiar with O2 sensors whatsoever. How do I remove these to get the headers out. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you,
Gabe
I had a few questions regarding installing headers on a base C6. I have tried to find a very detailed write-up but I haven't found anything for someone who has never changed the headers before. I recently removed the spark plugs but when I took them out the metal housing and spring came out with it. Is this normal? How do I go about putting it back. Also, I am not familiar with O2 sensors whatsoever. How do I remove these to get the headers out. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you,
Gabe
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This is a pretty good write up.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...ll-thread.html
Should only need basic tools, o2 sensor socket.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-t...ll-thread.html
Should only need basic tools, o2 sensor socket.
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Instructor
Joined: Nov 2012
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From: Houston TX
Thank you Guinzu.
Could someone tell me if the metal housings around the spark plugs were supposed to come out? How do I put them back in? Also, how do i remove/install the O2 sensors?
Could someone tell me if the metal housings around the spark plugs were supposed to come out? How do I put them back in? Also, how do i remove/install the O2 sensors?
Racer
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Frisco Tx
btw...a lot of people (including reputable shops) toss the pretty stainless fasteners away and use the factory exhaust manifold bolts. Also, use a new set of GM gaskets...chuck the Fel pro's that came with the headers in the trash.
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