Should the headers wiggle?

[jonsolbe]

While trying to isolate an irritating squeak comming from underneath, I noticed that if I grab the tailpipe just as it ducks under the front of the transmission, there's a pretty significant amount of wiggle, like maybe an inch worth. Should that be solid, or is it meant to wiggle like that so the engine can flex in the motor mounts?

 

[phall92139]

No wiggle wanted. On my '03 the header bolts are notorious for loosening over time. Last time I worked on my exhaust system the whole damn thing was about ready to fall off. The header bolts are a pain to get to without a good set of swivel sockets. Working with the Jeep up on a rack is also a lot easier than laying on your back trying to reach up. Next time I will look into seeing if Stage 8 makes locking header bolts for the 4.0L.

 

[jonsolbe]

Phil.......Agreed, they're a royal pain to get to. Will check out a swivel socket tomorrow and report back. Thanks, man.

Jon

 

[Turbogus]

At least you can get to yours with a swivel socket. Doesn't work on AMC motors thanks to the #@%$*&@ dog leg exhaust port.

 

[JPNinPA]

Do you have an image of the swivel socket that works. I looked at a few but didn't want to spend the $$$ for just a try to see.

 

[Turbogus]

If mine leak again, I think I'm going to try Percy's bolts!

 

[83-cj-7=383-stroker]

i dont have a problem getting to the header bolts on my 383 stroker in the cj7 lots of room there