Installing Kooks LT tomorrow

adam0421 · May 1st, 2009, 01:03 AM

I'm installing a set of Kooks LT headers tomorrow morning. I was wondering what to use to clean the head after I pull the stock manifold off? Also, should I use loctite on header bolts? Also any tips or tricks for a better install would be appreciated

BTW I've got to give a big thanks to radmustangs for a good deal and great customer service.

Thanks,

Adam

usafimj · May 1st, 2009, 01:05 AM

I just used like carb or brake cleaner to clean the surfaces of the head and headers.

Emay · May 1st, 2009, 12:41 PM

USA's info is good advice and works great for cleaning.

Tips for install:

Do not use locktite, get some locking bolts if your worried about them backing out.

take your time

If you have a strut tower brace, remove it before raising the motor for header install clearance

Beers on hand

plenty of searchable info here that will help in making the job tolerable.

coolhandluke · May 1st, 2009, 12:43 PM

Originally Posted by usafimj

I just used like carb or brake cleaner to clean the surfaces of the head and headers.

+2

adam0421 · May 1st, 2009, 02:19 PM

Thanks. Well I just got home from work. Gonna go put these in, hopefully it doesn't take too long

Emay · May 1st, 2009, 02:20 PM

See you around 7pm central

coolhandluke · May 1st, 2009, 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by Emay

See you around 7pm central

LOL...more like 7:00 am if it were me.

ia07gt · May 1st, 2009, 07:14 PM

headers are not bad as long as you have beer, decent tools, and use common sence. also a lift can come in handy.

Emay · May 1st, 2009, 09:43 PM

8:45 cst, whats the status?

JakeM · May 1st, 2009, 10:11 PM

Inquiring minds want to know!

ia07gt · May 2nd, 2009, 03:39 AM

waiting

07 STROKER · May 2nd, 2009, 03:50 AM

he realized that kooks needs alot of denting to fit properly hes been busy.

usafimj · May 2nd, 2009, 03:59 AM

He'd probably have to do a mock set up then weld it all together

07 STROKER · May 2nd, 2009, 04:04 AM

yup true.....kooks suck ass.

adam0421 · May 2nd, 2009, 05:38 AM

finally done.....and the bitch of it all I didn't get to start it yet because it's 3 am here and everyone is sleepin.

Install wasn't that bad, just time consuming......had problems with my jack and the 02 extension didn't fit so I had to cut and splice. I did the whole thing solo cuz my buddy dogged out on it.

One other thing that held me back was the bolt on top of the starter. When I was putting the starter back on I spent 45 minutes under the car trying to get at that flippin bolt. I finally got out from under the car to post here about what a dumbass I am cuz I cant get this bolt in, and ask for help, but I happened to take a glance from the top view of the motor and it was easy to get from that angle.

They look sexy as hell though, kinda makes the rest of the engine bay look bad. I will post some pics tomorrow

adam0421 · May 2nd, 2009, 04:07 PM

Got it started today.....no leaks and sounds bad ass.

I did get a CEL, haven't checked it yet though.

One other thing I haven't tested yet, I had bamachips turn off Traction control permanently in the tune for the LT's but the light on the TC button is not lit like when you push it to manually turn it off. My question is when TC is turned off in the tune does the TC button not light up?

Rankus06 · May 2nd, 2009, 09:25 PM

he realized that kooks needs alot of denting to fit properly hes been busy.

You didn't need to dent the Kooks right?

bkid · May 2nd, 2009, 09:40 PM

A long long extension from the front of the motor gets that starter bolt in quick. I used a plastic scraper and mineral spirits to clean the heads. Congrats on a long install. Did you change out the squishy stock motor mounts?

adam0421 · May 2nd, 2009, 09:44 PM

nope, still sittin on stock mounts

bkid · May 2nd, 2009, 09:52 PM

Originally Posted by adam0421

nope, still sittin on stock mounts

The prothane bullets are nice.

May 1st, 2009, 01:03 AM	#1
adam0421 Regular 06 GT 35.9@15.5MPH in reverse Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 301 iTrader: 0 reviews	Installing Kooks LT tomorrow I'm installing a set of Kooks LT headers tomorrow morning. I was wondering what to use to clean the head after I pull the stock manifold off? Also, should I use loctite on header bolts? Also any tips or tricks for a better install would be appreciated BTW I've got to give a big thanks to radmustangs for a good deal and great customer service. Thanks, Adam __________________ In order to live, you must be willing to die. 06 Torch Red GT: pypes axleback, Kooks LT's, o/r H pipe. JLT bama 91 Race Tune, 4.10's

May 1st, 2009, 01:05 AM	#2
usafimj I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2007 Ford Mustang GT 12.847 @ 114.12mph Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Oklahoma City, Ok. Posts: 5,086 iTrader: 1 reviews	I just used like carb or brake cleaner to clean the surfaces of the head and headers. __________________ 07 GT-- Gone But Not Forgotten Military Crew E-5

May 1st, 2009, 12:41 PM	#3
Emay May 08 ROTM 2008 Audi S6 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: S. Elgin Posts: 6,684 iTrader: 3 reviews	USA's info is good advice and works great for cleaning. Tips for install: Do not use locktite, get some locking bolts if your worried about them backing out. take your time If you have a strut tower brace, remove it before raising the motor for header install clearance Beers on hand plenty of searchable info here that will help in making the job tolerable. __________________ FLICKR Unique Imagery

May 1st, 2009, 02:19 PM	#5
adam0421 Regular 06 GT 35.9@15.5MPH in reverse Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 301 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thanks. Well I just got home from work. Gonna go put these in, hopefully it doesn't take too long __________________ In order to live, you must be willing to die. 06 Torch Red GT: pypes axleback, Kooks LT's, o/r H pipe. JLT bama 91 Race Tune, 4.10's

May 1st, 2009, 02:20 PM	#6
Emay May 08 ROTM 2008 Audi S6 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: S. Elgin Posts: 6,684 iTrader: 3 reviews	See you around 7pm central __________________ FLICKR Unique Imagery

May 1st, 2009, 09:43 PM	#9
Emay May 08 ROTM 2008 Audi S6 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: S. Elgin Posts: 6,684 iTrader: 3 reviews	8:45 cst, whats the status? __________________ FLICKR Unique Imagery

May 2nd, 2009, 03:50 AM	#12
07 STROKER MM's resident Juice head 07 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PA Posts: 7,920 iTrader: 0 reviews	he realized that kooks needs alot of denting to fit properly hes been busy. __________________ The MGW short throw shifter Its not just a shifter...It's a lifestyle!

May 2nd, 2009, 03:59 AM	#13
usafimj I Post Entirely Way Too Much 2007 Ford Mustang GT 12.847 @ 114.12mph Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Oklahoma City, Ok. Posts: 5,086 iTrader: 1 reviews	He'd probably have to do a mock set up then weld it all together __________________ 07 GT-- Gone But Not Forgotten Military Crew E-5

May 2nd, 2009, 04:04 AM	#14
07 STROKER MM's resident Juice head 07 Mustang GT Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: PA Posts: 7,920 iTrader: 0 reviews	yup true.....kooks suck ass. __________________ The MGW short throw shifter Its not just a shifter...It's a lifestyle!

May 2nd, 2009, 05:38 AM	#15
adam0421 Regular 06 GT 35.9@15.5MPH in reverse Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 301 iTrader: 0 reviews	finally done.....and the bitch of it all I didn't get to start it yet because it's 3 am here and everyone is sleepin. Install wasn't that bad, just time consuming......had problems with my jack and the 02 extension didn't fit so I had to cut and splice. I did the whole thing solo cuz my buddy dogged out on it. One other thing that held me back was the bolt on top of the starter. When I was putting the starter back on I spent 45 minutes under the car trying to get at that flippin bolt. I finally got out from under the car to post here about what a dumbass I am cuz I cant get this bolt in, and ask for help, but I happened to take a glance from the top view of the motor and it was easy to get from that angle. They look sexy as hell though, kinda makes the rest of the engine bay look bad. I will post some pics tomorrow __________________ In order to live, you must be willing to die. 06 Torch Red GT: pypes axleback, Kooks LT's, o/r H pipe. JLT bama 91 Race Tune, 4.10's Last edited by adam0421; May 2nd, 2009 at 05:56 AM.

May 2nd, 2009, 04:07 PM	#16
adam0421 Regular 06 GT 35.9@15.5MPH in reverse Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 301 iTrader: 0 reviews	Got it started today.....no leaks and sounds bad ass. I did get a CEL, haven't checked it yet though. One other thing I haven't tested yet, I had bamachips turn off Traction control permanently in the tune for the LT's but the light on the TC button is not lit like when you push it to manually turn it off. My question is when TC is turned off in the tune does the TC button not light up? __________________ In order to live, you must be willing to die. 06 Torch Red GT: pypes axleback, Kooks LT's, o/r H pipe. JLT bama 91 Race Tune, 4.10's

May 2nd, 2009, 09:25 PM	#17
Rankus06 Regular 2006 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 162 iTrader: 0 reviews	he realized that kooks needs alot of denting to fit properly hes been busy. You didn't need to dent the Kooks right? __________________ Mods in order: Flowmasters, MGW shifter w/Gripper knob, FRPP 3:73s w/LPW cover, C&L Racer CAI with Bama 93 tune, Steeda UDP, Centerforce Dual Friction clutch, Brisk plugs, UPR oil separator, CHE UCA w/mount, Kooks with catted H.

May 2nd, 2009, 09:40 PM	#18
bkid Regular 2006 Mustang GT 14.024 Join Date: May 2008 Location: ALBUQUERQUE Posts: 183 iTrader: 0 reviews	A long long extension from the front of the motor gets that starter bolt in quick. I used a plastic scraper and mineral spirits to clean the heads. Congrats on a long install. Did you change out the squishy stock motor mounts?

May 2nd, 2009, 09:44 PM	#19
adam0421 Regular 06 GT 35.9@15.5MPH in reverse Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 301 iTrader: 0 reviews	nope, still sittin on stock mounts __________________ In order to live, you must be willing to die. 06 Torch Red GT: pypes axleback, Kooks LT's, o/r H pipe. JLT bama 91 Race Tune, 4.10's

Remove Advertisements Sponsored Links
Ford Mustang Forum Advertisement

Threads Similar to: Installing Kooks LT tomorrow
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Installing suspension tomorrow. questions	PowerShiftz02GT	99-04	18	April 24th, 2009 09:38 PM
Final Thoughts on Installing Kooks LT's & Cat'd X-Pipe	SKRAPR	2005 - 2010	8	January 26th, 2009 12:42 AM
Installing nitrous tomorrow	1BADSTANG	5.0 Mustangs	30	July 20th, 2008 11:05 PM
installing this tomorrow,hope it fits	tom2000r	99-04	16	May 28th, 2008 02:22 PM
Installing tomorrow! and my gas mileage!	Top Gear	V6 Mustangs	27	September 30th, 2007 10:23 AM

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 04:08 AM.
Contact Us - Modded Mustangs : Ford Mustang Forums - Privacy Statement - Top
Modded Mustangs is ©2005-2008, All Rights Reserved, And is Not Affiliated with Ford Motor Company. Forum is powered by vBulletin ©2000 - 2012, Jelsoft Ent. Ltd. & SEO by vBSEO 3.3.2 ©2009, Crawlability, Inc.