I was installing my headers (on a bird) and sent an email to Stan asking the following questions:



1. There is no relief in the header flange for the spark plugs. I have tried every wrench I have and none can get in the recess to tighten the plug. A 13/16" Snap-On socket will not fit between the flange and the plug (thinnest walled socket I have). The only remedy I can imagine is a 5/8" plug that will fit the Y. Is that the answer or am I missing something obvious?



2. I have only fitted the driver side header and it seems the steady rest needs to be installed before the header is tightened. Is this correct and if so, how do I get the threaded rod short enough to fit the header (there does not seem to be enough adjustment in the threaded rest you provide)?



I just thought I would post here as well and see what the brain trust can come up with. I know a few of you have these headers and I recall at least one pair on a bird, so some one must have encountered one of these. I have heard nothing but good things about them so, I can only imagine I am missing something.



Thanks