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Old 07-27-2012, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by bobcowan View Post
- Get a couple of bolts (or a piece of All-Thread) the same size as the manifold bolts. Cut the head off the bolts, and cut a screwdriver slot in one end. Screw those into the head holes as guide studs. Then you can drop the manifold over the guide studs and into place correctly the first time. You'll probably have to adjust the manifold a little bit, but usually not more than about 1/16" or so.
Works great for a small block, but won't work on an FE...
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