Assembly – PerTronix Dougs Headers D3324 User Manual
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Part No. 0110-003039
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8-15-2011 DSL
7.
Remove the engine oil dipstick tube bolt and remove the tube by using a twisting
motion while gently pulling up on the tube.
8.
If applicable, carefully remove O
2
sensors and hang out of the way.
9.
Remove the exhaust manifold bolts and remove the exhaust manifolds.
10. Replace the spark plugs finger tight so debris will not get into the cylinders while
cleaning the head surface. We recommend the use of a gasket scraper, wire brush,
and sanding block to adequately clean the surface.
11. After cleaning is complete remove the spark plugs again
12. Remove the starter.
ASSEMBLY
1.
Apply a THIN film of Ultra Copper Hi-Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer to each side of
the header gaskets and stick the gaskets to the header flanges. Masking tape can be
used to help hold the gasket to the header.
2.
Slide the driver side header (without L1 tube) in from underneath the vehicle, but do not
install any bolts yet.
3.
Apply a small amount of anti-seize to the header bolts and install the driver side header
utilizing the star washers with the header bolts. Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
4.
Apply a liberal film of Ultra Copper Hi-Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer to the slip joint
of the L1 tube.
5.
From above, install the L1 slip tube around the steering shaft and into the main body of
the header.
6.
Install the passenger side header with gasket attached using the star washers and
header bolts supplied, but do not tighten at this time. (It may be necessary to raise the
engine a couple of inches to install the header on this side).
7.
Reinstall the starter.
8.
If applicable, reinstall the O
2
sensors using a very small amount of Ultra Copper Hi-
Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer on the threads.
9.
Install the dipstick tube in the block and install the header bolt into the bracket.
10. Tighten all the header bolts on both sides of the engine to a final torque of 35 ft. lbs.
11. Install the spark plugs and attach the appropriate wire to the spark plug and reattach
the spark plug wire looms. It may be necessary to reroute wires to clear the headers.
12. Connect the negative battery cable.
Note 1:
Doug’s offers a factory bolt up Y pipe, Part No. D920.