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Oct 7, 2005 | 05:05 PM

stinky

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Header installation ?

Just got my ceramic coated Kooks in hand today and wondering what size socket/wrench is needed to remove/install the exhaust manifold bolts? On the header install, are these bolts installed dry or with anti-seize or lubricant?

Oct 7, 2005 | 06:17 PM

RyanC7

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If you are not smart enough to figure out the size of the bolt, do you really think you should be doing the install?

Oct 7, 2005 | 06:17 PM

Jeffvette

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Should be a 10mm head. Use antiseize when reinstalling the bolts.

Oct 7, 2005 | 06:58 PM

stinky

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Originally Posted by RyanC6

If you are not smart enough to figure out the size of the bolt, do you really think you should be doing the install?

Guess you didn't know the answer either.

Oct 7, 2005 | 07:12 PM

cerino2000

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Originally Posted by RyanC6

If you are not smart enough to figure out the size of the bolt, do you really think you should be doing the install?

Gotta admit...that was a little amusing...then again, so was the response.

Oct 7, 2005 | 07:12 PM

Turbooo2u

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Originally Posted by RyanC6

If you are not smart enough to figure out the size of the bolt, do you really think you should be doing the install?

OUCH!

Oct 7, 2005 | 07:13 PM

aaaaa

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Originally Posted by stinky

Guess you didn't know the answer either.

Oct 8, 2005 | 10:04 AM

RyanC7

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Guess you didn't know the answer either.

Oh get over it, you asked for it. I was kidding around with you.

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Oct 8, 2005 | 01:28 PM

Mike Z06

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Originally Posted by cerino2000

Gotta admit...that was a little amusing...then again, so was the response.

I don't care what anybody says, that s**t was FUNNY!

Oct 9, 2005 | 03:22 AM

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stinky

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Originally Posted by Jeffvette

Should be a 10mm head. Use antiseize when reinstalling the bolts.

Thanks for the adult response, got everthing I need now.

Oct 9, 2005 | 11:07 AM

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Nicodemus

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They are 13mm. I installed a set of kooks a few weeks ago, they fit perfectly. It was a very easy install.

Oct 9, 2005 | 11:26 AM

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burtonbl103

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St. Jude Donor '06-'07-'08,'12-'13

anyone install the lgs here ?

Oct 9, 2005 | 03:39 PM

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drfeelgood

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Installed LGs myself

I recently finished installing the LGs myself, using a lift. If anyone is considering doing it themselves, I'm happy to answer any questions about details.
John

Oct 10, 2005 | 08:33 PM

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Miaugi

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Quote:

Originally Posted by stinky

Are the Kooks stainless? Who did the ceramic coating, Kooks themselves? Coated inside, outside or both? Anyone have their LG's coated? Thx!

Oct 11, 2005 | 05:18 PM

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aaaaa

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Quote:

Originally Posted by drfeelgood

I recently finished installing the LGs myself, using a lift. If anyone is considering doing it themselves, I'm happy to answer any questions about details.
John

Can it be done w/o a lift? How high do I need to get the car?

Oct 11, 2005 | 05:42 PM

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stinky

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Originally Posted by Miaugi

Are the Kooks stainless? Who did the ceramic coating, Kooks themselves? Coated inside, outside or both? Anyone have their LG's coated? Thx!

Headers are stainles, x-pipe aluminized. Swaintech did the coating, outside only.

Oct 11, 2005 | 09:45 PM

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tjfontaine

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Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanC6

If you are not smart enough to figure out the size of the bolt, do you really think you should be doing the install?

Oct 12, 2005 | 02:45 AM

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Nickedimus

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Can it be done w/o a lift? How high do I need to get the car?

yes it can be done with out a lift, need atleast 16" in the front. did my LG's last week. no lift. working on install sticky for FAQ section. may have it done tomorrow.

nickedimus

Oct 12, 2005 | 12:18 PM

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aaaaa

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Nickedimus

yes it can be done with out a lift, need atleast 16" in the front. did my LG's last week. no lift. working on install sticky for FAQ section. may have it done tomorrow.

nickedimus

Can't wait to see it!