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Does the k-member need to be dropped to install jba's

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I know on installing long tubes that the k-member needs to be dropped and or lift the engine up some. But is the install of jba shorties the same process or can i install them without lifting the engine or dropping the k-member.

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Josh
 

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Yes, when installing any headers, the process is basically the same.
 

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Well, it doesn't NEED to be, but it's a lot friggin easier to do the job.
 

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MustangLife said:
I know on installing long tubes that the k-member needs to be dropped and or lift the engine up some. But is the install of jba shorties the same process or can i install them without lifting the engine or dropping the k-member.

Thanks
Josh
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You don't need to drop the K-member, but you will have to lift the engine and the job would be simpler with the K-member out of the way...
 

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I have had my jba's on and off three times without dropping the k-member. Don't even mess with the k. Get some gear wrenches. Ya know the openend wrenches with other end that ratchets. Those make the job soooooo much easier.
 

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I put the JBA's on my car before the longtubes, and I did it without dropping the k member. It was a PITA job. But you can do it. I would rather drop the k member. My knuckles still hurt from that install....

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Since I pretty much have to drop the k-member. I'll just go with long tubes, so I won't be doing it twice when i'm squeezing every little bit out of my car.

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MustangLife said:
Since I pretty much have to drop the k-member. I'll just go with long tubes, so I won't be doing it twice when i'm squeezing every little bit out of my car.

Josh
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I didn't want to tell you the JBA's weren't worth it over the long tubes, but since you made up your own mind I say RIGHT ON!!!



Starkie
 
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