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when you did yours, was the car jacked only in the front or was whole car on stands (level) Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

that's a pretty good written how-to. I'll try doing this next month. going to get a right angle drill for christmas Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

sweet. much appreciated Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

is there an easy to follow write-up available for the dreaded oil pan pull? I don't need to do it to mine yet, but if the process is not too difficult, if like to try it. Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

wow. the valve covers hold a nice value Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

fuel rail is another of my to-do's Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

Really clean engine you have there! I like the look of those headers. At times I do get a bit impatient and just want to get everything wrapped back up as soon as possible, but think I'll wait and order the intake/manifold bolts and possibly a set of headers and downpipe combo Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

easy pry with bar and a few taps with rubber mallet releases the exhaust manifold from the block. Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

I make cardboard templates like these when I remove bolts from projects. keeps them in a reference pattern for reinstall. because we know bolt sizes are different for each location Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

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just checked my intake/manifold and it looks like it only requires 15 bolts. I guess the 17 piece kit is to accomodate other years? zcardepot.com/stainless-steel-bolt-kits/engine-kits/intake-and-exhaust-manifold-stainless-steel-stud-kit.html Sent from my LG-D850 using Z Car Club mobile app

so no need for a heat shield between your aftermarket headers and intake manifold? Sent from my LG-D850 using Z Car Club mobile app

do you already have motor tramny mounts for the s2000 setup Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

what's the consensus on the benefit of headers? at this point it would be super easy to add them. Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

but now I have to wait for a new gasket to arrive. the one I ordered was delivered in bubble wrap, so suffice to say, it has bent and contorted beyond use Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

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also discovered an exhaust manifold leak so here is the current situation Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

changed out the brake booster. old one was corroded Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

how long has the door been doing this locking on its own thing Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

$59.95 for all you can carry? I saw the two guys working to get that one engine, but looks like they didn't make it. if they allow guys to work in teams; a group of four guys can probably carry a whole car out of there Sent from my LG-D850 using Classic Zcar Club mobile

If I throw a party, the only work will be on the liquor and grill . Good Idea tho!

Hey are there any Z Tech Days (usually weekend day where Z enthusiasts get together to help each other do or finish a half-day/day project) in the northern California area?

Yeah take it step-by-step, and you'll get there. Keep us updated on what the body shop results show. As far as forum talk; take the good with the bad and just keep working towards your goal. Everyone has an opinion, and just as unhelpful as some of the posts are, there are more helpful posts.

It will take a good methodical approach to detemine the issue: looking at each corner suspension component, connecting links, bars (along with a manual for the car) and see if every piece is in proper working rder.

One suggestion if you have the time, and want to try, is to swap the Left/Right side suspension and see if that creates the same lopsided height; just reversed now.