Engine Mount bolts for TM header install

[fordsRfun]

Finally starting my TM and phenolic spacer install!!!
Top mount bolts: I know where they are, and how to do it, granted it is a bit of a PITA.
Bottom mount bolts: Found them, loosened them, jacked motor up, NOT ENOUGH CLEARANCE to get the header in. Am i missing something? Trying to avoid the top mount bolts if possible.

 

[Premierexplorer]

I used crows feet which made getting at the header bolts much easier.

 

[fordsRfun]

Finally starting my TM and phenolic spacer install!!!
Top mount bolts: I know where they are, and how to do it, granted it is a bit of a PITA.
Bottom mount bolts: Found them, loosened them, jacked motor up, NOT ENOUGH CLEARANCE to get the header in. Am i missing something? Trying to avoid the top mount bolts if possible.

Resolved, now I have a new problem. The exhaust is in the way not allowing my headers to line up with the block (I need about 1/4inch more room). Additionally, I have only been able to re-tighten the front engine mount bolt. I am hoping that when I resolve the exhaust issue I will have a bit more wiggle room to access the second motor mount bolt.
Anyone else run into this and if so, how was the issue remedied? Can you tell that I am not a mechanic

 

[daan-o]

I believe you just unhook it and pull it down...
Here is the full write up with LOTS of pics i was just looking at it yesterday.
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=153944:thumbsup: