22 GT auto Header top bolts

[slow poke 77]

I’m coming to you all a humbled man. I need some input on getting the top header bolts in. I can’t for the life of me get to side 2 started and have no clue what combo of tools I need for the middle ones. The passenger side is so fucking tight! I’ve got a robust tool box and at one time last week though I was pretty mechanically inclined.
please help
Cheers

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[K4fxd]

Sometimes jacking the engine up or letting it drop down makes getting at things easier.

I've never installed headers on a S550 so all I can offer is general help.

 

[NGOT8R]

Did you remove your motor mount brackets? This will make it easier to get the bolts started by hand. From there, you will use a combination of sockets, extensions and a 13MM wrench to get to the top bolts. Some will be easier to get to than others. It’s tedious work, but just take your time and you will get it.

 

[NGOT8R]

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/threads/bullitt-long-tube-header-installation.147899/

 

[slow poke 77]

Remove the motor mount. Can you lower the motor onto the composite oil pan? I heard that you can but I’m not will to try it. I’ve got all the bottom bolt started just can get the tops. I really can’t see how I’m going to be able to stay the bolts. I have to take out all the head stud to drop the header. The brand that I’m installing is stainless works

 

[NGOT8R]

Remove the motor mount. Can you lower the motor onto the composite oil pan? I heard that you can but I’m not will to try it. I’ve got all the bottom bolt started just can get the tops. I really can’t see how I’m going to be able to stay the bolts. I have to take out all the head stud to drop the header. The brand that I’m installing is stainless works

Take a careful look at my header install thread which shows how I supported my motor. Use an old phonebook underneath the transmission.

 

[slow poke 77]

Thanks. I think I know my problem now. Just going to figure out a way to unF myself
Cheers

 

[NGOT8R]

Thanks. I think I know my problem now. Just going to figure out a way to unF myself
Cheers

NP. Take your time and work slowly and you will rewarded with success.

 

[Pistol_91]

Headers are a bitch on the s550s lol

 

[K4fxd]

Thanks. I think I know my problem now. Just going to figure out a way to unF myself

I see you are in NKY. PM me if you want some help.

 

[slow poke 77]

Worst mistake I’ve never made on modding a vehicle. I’ve always done my own work on my cars. But this is the biggest kick in the nuts.

 

[K4fxd]

The offer of help comes with no strings. A couple bottles of water is payment enough.

It will help me decide if I want headers.

 

[Cheatham]

Put a padding on top of the engine and lay across it to reach a lot of the top bolts or nuts, I used factory studs and nuts on mine, lifting lowering rocking over the engine helps, and some scuffed knuckles and hands are a part of it lol

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