Resurrection of my 66 primer king.

[Roman]

Did you have the bracket to the motor mount removed,or is the front stud the problem? I usually end up with a box wrench to get them off

Let's see if I can explain this;

1) the manifold is disconnected from the motor mount bracket

2) the bracket is still on the motor mount but is NOT hitting the header.

3) I can not get the thing clear of the front stud, all others are free.

4) in this state I have zero clearance between the engine block and frame.

Edit PS. just for Sid, Yes the manifold is disconnected from the tailpipe.

[dbrick]

Oh, now I see. Sounds like it's time to jack the motor or try a 2x4 and shift it on the mounts. Might be able to double nut the stud and remove it?

[Roman]

I think I'm taking a break from this for a bit. What a pain in the ass. Never thought an exhaust manifold would be such an ordeal

[spl310]

Oh yeah, they can suck Roman. Take a break, just don't think about walking down to Starbucks...

[Roman]

Oh yeah, they can suck Roman. Take a break, just don't think about walking down to Starbucks...

I've given up Starbucks, Up north here they have Dutch Brothers. Better coffee and drive through.

So unless you have a cop on your tail, all you get is coffee.

[Poobah]

There are Starbuck's in Redding, but it's a little bit of a walk. I like Dutch Bros. much better myself.
Hey, Roman do you have a store/shop? or do you work out of your house/shop/property?

Steve

[spl310]

http://www.ristguitars.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Shameless plug for the forum's favorite hippie!

[spl310]

Snap! It has been a long time since I looked at your website Roman. You have done work for some heavyweights of the music industry!! Good on ya!!!

[notoptoy]

Indeed, though your website (and myspace page) could use some updates!
Amazing client list.

[Roman]

Thanks for the plug.

My website hasn't been updated...................like ever. some one did it for me and as it stood then it stands now.

Here is a slideshow of current work should anyone get bored with cars.

[Poobah]

I wanted to know where he hailed from. I live in Redding and I was going to drop by his shop.


Steve

[Gregs672000]

http://www.ristguitars.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Shameless plug for the forum's favorite hippie!

"It wasn't very large, there was just enough room to cram the drums in the corner over by the Dodge,
It was a '64 with a mashed up door and a cheesy little amp,
With a sign on the front said "Fender Champ"
And a second hand guitar,
It was a Stratocaster with a wammy bar!"

Kudos to whomever can name that song or name that artist! When I saw the strat on the website I couldn't help myself... Nice work man! Hope people out there still respect your talent!

BTW, your fun experience with the exhaust manifold was exactly why I THREW mine down the alley once I finally got it out. You may very well have better luck removing the stud with a puller (may try double nutting it) or jacking up the motor. Just don't break any fingers, you need them for the work you do!

[notoptoy]

Frank Zappa, Joe's Garage!
What do I win??

[dbrick]

Frank Zappa, Joe's Garage!
What do I win??

You get to fly out and remove the manifold.

[notoptoy]

Such a deal!