Having problems removing stock H-Pipe!!!

[badaz5.0]

Ok guys looking for a little help, I just purchased a upr offroad x-pipe to put on my 03 cobra and finally got it in and couldn't wait to get it put on!! My car is too quiet and I want it louder!! So anyway the other night my buddy and I tried to do the install and we can't get the damn bolts on the passenger side manifold off!!! All the other bolts come off fairly easy but I cant seem to get to the passenger side ones to get them off!! Hoping some of you might have a little insight in doing this to help me get to them easier!! We screwed with it so long i think one of the nuts is rounded off a little so I might be screwed I have no Idea??? Please let me know if there is a easier way to do this!! :fm::bash:

 

[semperfimrn1]

get one of these

put it on one of these

a long enough ratchet to give you more torque to loosen and tighten

and IIRC believe its a 15mm long socket

i did this yesterday with my bro. put on my bassani off road x.

 

[SLPRCTM]

Spray the bolts/nuts with a penetrating oil. I use a 15mm 6pt deep socket, swivel, 24" extension and a ratchet. Works like a charm.

 

[badaz5.0]

Thanks guys I will give this a try!! It just seemed like when we were messing with it the socket just wasn't going on the nut all the way and couldn't get it too because of the other shit in the way!! lol We just walked away cause we were both pissed so Im sure it will go a little smoother when we try again!! lol

 

[suaveflooder]

a swivel and long extensions will be your friend on this one. Plus some WD40. Let the WD40 sit for awhile and you should be good to go! Good luck!

 

[jrgoffin]

You need a small torch with Mapp gas - heat always works!

 

[djtyau]

PB Blaster is the best. Spray it on and wait a few minutes to penetrate and the bolts will come off.