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Old Oct 31, 2022 | 09:06 PM
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Default Removing passenger side header bolts

Is there an easier way to get them unbolted? Tips and tricks-?
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take the valve cover off
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Reach from underneath
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Are they any harder than the driver's side? I just checked and cant see that being the issue. A header swap can be done all from the top. Some do say remove rear tires and fender liners, but many have said its not necessary.
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