New header install without pulling motor?

[lewtot184]

i'm leary of brass plugs . sometimes they will blow out. i don't think they retain tension to hold them in as well as steel. some folks have had to pin them.

 

[coloradodave]

I've used them for several decades without problems and I, too, use Permatex #2 as a sealer. Different experiences make this site go around...

 

[Canyon707]

I have to replace my OEM starter and I have a set of headman headers on the 440. I am hoping to get the headers loose and move around some so I can get to this starter. It currently is nearly impossible to even get to the bolts to loosne it. I am going to replace it with a mini My question is do I need to jack up the enginge? I dont have power steering. Just wondering what others have done to replace the starter

 

[khryslerkid]

Canyon, sometimes you can take the header loose and get the starter out without raising the engine. Sometimes you can't. I had a '64 Polara, 383, that I installed the headers without raising the engine. Replaced the starter at a later date by just loosening the header. It all depends on the style header that you have. You will have an easier time with the smaller starter though.
Loosen up the header and try to get it out. If it won't go then you'll have to raise the engine on that side. Good luck...

 

[bigmanjbmopar]

I noticed on mine, there is a lip on the front edge of the hole that is beveled I don't remember that originally is it supposed to be like that?

 

[khryslerkid]

Wha cha talking about Big? Your plug hole?

 

[bigmanjbmopar]

Yes the plug hole itself has a beveled edge Lots of meat but starts out bellveled

 

[khryslerkid]

Might have been a factory "clean up". Should be fine if you have plenty of side wall.

Did you order your headers yet!

 

[bigmanjbmopar]

No road block called wife. However I can get to the plug to change it surprisingly there is room.

 

[khryslerkid]

Lol, there's always plan "B". Have fun!

 

[ToddMcF2002]

Looking to install factory exhaust manifolds and ditch my headers. Has anyone tried gentle application of a sawzall?

 

[erickson]

When I replace the drivers exhaust manifold. I always pull the stearing Column. This would also help with headers. The passenger side should go with just Removing your spark plugs if you have a hoist