HELP! Droppin K member to install Header

[Smokeurhonda]

Ok, I've been plagued with header leaks since I've owned the car. Payed someone else to fix them, and it didn't work. Long story short I'm installing Copper gaskets and locking bolts. I've been told the best way to do it and do it right is to drop the K member. Anything I should know before I do this? Any safety precautions or tips or tricks would be very much appreciated.

 

[Rocketman]

Here's some good how to info here.

http://stangfreak.com/content/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=52&Itemid=31

 

[mity2]

use this write up. Its almost dead on write up, and perhaps the best write up put there
http://www.fnsweet.com/garage/lt_install/index.shtml

If you have any question, shoot me pm. I've done it enough, i can give you pointer or two

 

[gtvertsoon]

Get a buddy to help. I had my car on a lift and dropped the K by layin on my back and holding it up with my feet, that thing was still heavy as hell.

 

[mity2]

Get a buddy to help. I had my car on a lift and dropped the K by layin on my back and holding it up with my feet, that thing was still heavy as hell.

Ya buddy will help alot. U can drop/install them by yourself with creative use of jack, and milk crate, but easier with extra set(s) of hand

 

[Smokeurhonda]

Thanks for the help guys. I'm about half way done and am finishing up tommaow.

 

[Miles]

When supporting the engine, is it critical to have the backend jacked up as well? If the front is jacked up only, that would make the car unlevel, and I'm wondering how this would affect holding the engine with a jack and 2x4 / 4x4 / etc.?