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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Uggh trying to remove exhaust manifolds

Any suggestions on an easier way or any tips on removing exhaust manifolds. I don't have a lift just ramps and need to pull the heads. I have most of the passenger side bolts out of exhaust manifold. Not much left to my hands but a few pointers would be great, Thanks
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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 01:56 PM
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Re: Uggh trying to remove exhaust manifolds

Not much advice available to offer... basically, rotate all hardware fully counter-clockwise; installation is the reverse of removal.

There's little retainer plate things on the bolts that hold them to the heads, with little tabs that bend up to keep the bolts from turning, that you'll need to bend out of the way.
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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 03:02 PM
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Re: Uggh trying to remove exhaust manifolds

We don't want you to set your car on fire but I have heated up the bolt heads and then let it sit for 30min. or so this seems to help. You will need the correct safety equipment and heat shields to keep flames away from you and the wires hoses and such.
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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 03:13 PM
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Re: Uggh trying to remove exhaust manifolds

Use some good penetrating oil. Some nice quality tools, and get the job done, it's not hard at all.

Get the car up on some SOLID jack stands at a comfortable height, and just take your time.
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