just a regular open end and a lot of patience. mine are easier now though because i am using the stage 8 bolts. the have a smaller head (11mm) and a hole for an allen wrench in the end (makes them much easier to get tightened). good luck with the install.
I brought the driver's side up from below when I installed the BBK shorties;simply disconnect the steering linkage to get it out of the way. It went up really easy when I finally figured it out.
ditto. my macs when in like butter. i even used the copper gaskets and bolts that came with the kit and no leak or bolts loosening up. the only problem and current problem is that my drivers side header is leaking at the collector thanks to my custom h-pipe an exhaust shop made. nothing could get it to seal no matter how much high temp silicon or how many times i played with it.
this spring, the h-pipe will be tweaked and some collector gaskets will be used.
i have a tool bent in a L that plugs into i/4 in end of socket(maybe you have one) and i used a 16 point socket. but i've seen people use a 1/4 in. allen wrench plug it into rachet reciever side of socket (will require a little grinding on allen wrench but not to much)with a 16 point socket. but first try a 16 point wrench and alot of patience
I am going to install the new headers tomorrow. I dont want to use the 3/4 inch bolts that came with them so would i be alright to get some grade 8 bolts from the hardware store and use them. I know i should get some stage 8 bolts but i dont want to wait for them.