I searched but either came up with too many to find what i needed, or nothing at all, so I was going to put this in the lounge, but I need 2.0 help so here it is. I got the CTI header and downpipe, but my shop won't be able to install it for 2 weeks. I think I am going to install it tonight in the driveway. Please HELP. Any hint's tips, problems you had, everything. I have done stuff like this before, but never on FWD 4Cyl.

 

come on, I know plenty of people have aftermarket headers installed. Someone had to do the work

 

dood call me or email me I can help I will pm you my number

 

like right now?

 

i would use a lift for that kinda stuff. leverage is key with some of those bolts.

 

i wish. but i am going to use my buddies car trailer with the open center, so i hope i can get to it

 

The area where the header is quite roomy. You shouldn't have too much trouble from below. There is a lot more room than my z24 had. Be careful with the head bolts, don't over torque them. The rest should be nice.

Did you get the 2.5" downtube or the 3"?

 

I got the three inch but it's mated to the stock catback for now.

 

mmmm 3" header.....

 

try to let me know if this goes good for ya im waiting for my bad mab 3" in the mail...

anyone know if the 3" has a way to fit to everything else stock or do i gotta get a 3" -2.5" downpipe? or should i just wait till i have the whole system? its gonna suck cuz i think im just gonna have to wait lol


ANYWHO for the question.. yea im not too much help but it is pretty clean and roomy back there so idt there will b too many problemos

 

1. Night before spray those damn bolts down with wd40, avoid the o2 sensor but soak them...
2. perform work while engine is dead cold...
3. socket extensions you will need them keep em close.
a. bolts from Header/Downpipe easy from down below
b. bolts from block/header need to from top and belwo
c. havent considered it previously but im curious if removing the hood, and wiper cowel helps any

 

this post was only 5 years ago lol

 

haha damn your right it appeared in my new post list wtf

 

Lol you must not be very observant......look at the dates

 

weird

 

lol because riceburner posted right before you. lol.

 

I know its an old post but dont waste your time with WD 40. Use PB blaster if you are anywhere that uses salt.

 

i second that

 

i saw that lol why u no post 5 years ago! haha