started the long tubes today

so worked on em some more today and did get the stud out intact which is a big relief. got 4 of the bolts tightened down and locked on on the passenger side. i got 3 of the others threaded in there so far but still have the driver side to do but that will be a lot easier since there is more room.
 
Glad to see that you are still making progress and haven't burned the car down yet. It'll be worth it in the long run, however make sure to do it all right on the first try or you'll be upset when you have a leak after bolting it up.