Hooker Header Install Issues

[Brian*04*GT]

I recently installed some Hooker long tubes on my stang this past weekend. I have a couple of small issues that I'd like to get worked out, but dont seem to be a big deal. Just wondering if anyone had similar problems and how they fixed them.

#1 - The driver side header is 2-piece, if I recall, to go around the steering assembly. Where the two pieces join together, its not sealed tight and I have a small leak. What would be the best way to seal that??

#2 - Same side, different issue. Where the steering assembly goes through the header, it rubs VERY slightly when I turn just to the left or just to the right. Its not binding or anything, just a little tap thats somewhat noticeable. Anyone have that problem and how did you fix it??

 

[mity2]

tap it with hammar unitl it clears shaft?

 

[Stang|ess]

http://forums.modulardepot.com/show...34&perpage=20&highlight=flowtech&pagenumber=2

Use RVT around the the slip fit, and use a clamp (SME-240275 from summit), and let it sit over night.

There are some pictures in that link

 

[stangman]

tap it with hammar unitl it clears shaft?

make sure to put a cloth over the header tube & to not beat the crap outta it. take it slowly & not go too far

 

[mity2]

make sure to put a cloth over the header tube & to not beat the crap outta it. take it slowly & not go too far

i said "tap it" , not "smash it to obrivion as if your header is made by Saddam"lol

 

[stangman]

i said "tap it" , not "smash it to obrivion as if your header is made by Saddam"lol

nice engrish


you have to be veeedy, veeedy clear with some people. you know that's true, so i thought i'd clarify

 

[mity2]

lol

 

[BooWFO]

Hey man didn't want to post up on LM Anthony seemed to be a little "antsy" anyway the clearance Hammer or a pry bar and be gentle. The leak my dad uses some Exhaust puddy when they have one they can't seal. I'll have the real name in a few if that don't do it nothing will. You can either Pm me on here or LM I check both through out the day and night.
BTW We're running Wed. if the rain isn't in you should bring yours out.

 

['00 hi-po]

Do Not hit the headers w/a hammer.Heat them up(torch), then dimple it slightly with a bar.This way it's easier to bend the right amount and it will not weaken the tubing.With my Hookers I had to do it in a couple of spots but,now,it's perfect.Good luck.Also ,that exhaust leak on the primary will seal itself w/ a little carbon build up.It just takes a while.