How to remove collectors / headers from a 911?

[martinreinhardt]

What tools are the correct tools to remove headers with heat exchangers from a 964? (angle grinder is very tempting at this point )

So far I managed to get the four hex bolds lose with a T-handle hex 8mm tool. But the other ten 13mm bolts are impossible to get too.

It didn't work with a 13mm wrench, a 13mm socket fits but there is no room left for the wrench even with a flex extention or U-joint.

Whould a double shocket wrench be the correct tool?

[kurquhart]

I'm pretty sure KI class allows heat exchangers, so there really is no need to remove them.

[Steve Grosekemper]

What tools are the correct tools to remove headers with heat exchangers from a 964? (angle grinder is very tempting at this point )

So far I managed to get the four hex bolds lose with a T-handle hex 8mm tool. But the other ten 13mm bolts are impossible to get too.

It didn't work with a 13mm wrench, a 13mm socket fits but there is no room left for the wrench even with a flex extention or U-joint.

Whould a double shocket wrench be the correct tool?

Martin,
Don't you have B&B exhaust?
If so there are special tools.
If stock 964 it is easy, stop by tomorrow and I will show you one on the hoist.

[martinreinhardt]

I'm pretty sure KI class allows heat exchangers, so there really is no need to remove them.

Yeah, but it felt a bit heavy and you have been pulling away from me on a strait line for too long.

Martin,
Don't you have B&B exhaust?
If so there are special tools.
If stock 964 it is easy, stop by tomorrow and I will show you one on the hoist.

Thanks Steve, it's the stock 964 which I am being challenged by.

[4est]

I cut mine off my 993 with a grinder and cutting wheel. Not difficult, just take your time, say 1 hour vs. 25 minutes to ensure that you don't cut into the header tubing.