Re: [doc] Removal of air intake

[Martin Gutkowski <martin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Use a good quality 6-point socket on a 1/4" drive - being 6 point (as 
opposed to 12 point) means I have never stripped the head of a bolt. I 
have snapped a couple though, but it is rare.

Martin

Stian Birkeland wrote:

> Having taken the top of the engine (the complete air venturi and fuel
> distributor) I now want to remove the air intake itself so I can get
> a look at the "valley of death" and clean things up...my guess is I
> will find a very rusty internal waterpipe...
>
> But how do you remove the air intake?
>
> I see that it is held down with bolts, but when I apply moderate
> force they don't move at all. I'm afraid to strip the head of the
> bolts, so how do I go about in order to get them out.
>
> Are they supposed to be so hard to get out after all these years?
> I tried loosening the valve cover bolts, and they came out with no
> problem whatsoever. I don't want to ruin anything so hints and tips
> are welcomed please! :)
>
> Best wishes
> Stian Birkeland
> Norway
>
> VIN # 06759
>



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