Erickramirez 0 Posted September 17, 2009 im taking out the head tommorow, just want to know if theres anything i should know, any special tools i will need, etc? i searched and couldnt find anything, links and tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richardshoes 0 Posted September 17, 2009 You'll need TX55 or 50 (can't remember) bit to remove the bolts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sonicriot13 0 Posted September 17, 2009 The 17mm nuts that connect the exhaust manifold to the downpipe are the hardest bit probably. Jack the car up and get them from underneath with a long extension and a bar or long ratchet. Pop the driveshaft out of the gearbox if it's getting in your way. Or remove the intake manifold to give yourself room to get them from above. Remove the head with the exhaust manifold in place. Other than that just remove loads of stuff and give yourself plenty of room. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rustynuts 0 Posted September 18, 2009 The head bolts are 12mm (If I remember rightly) spline key fitments. You are likely to need a breaker bar to get these undone, and a torque wrench to do them back up (ensuring you use new head bolts as they are the stretch variety) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Erickramirez 0 Posted September 19, 2009 well im almost done, i jsut need to remove the bolts holding the downpipe and ill be good to go, i got 1 out but the other 3 are killin me!! im taking a break ill try again later... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Erickramirez 0 Posted September 23, 2009 just thought id let you guys know, got it done! took out the manifolds for easier removal, now time to sell it :grin: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
