Hi All,

Having problems and looking for advise. Trying to take off the head pipe. One of the nuts, the one nearest to the engine, is rounded all to hell. Difficult spot to work on from the top. I was looking at the turbo connections. Right under the air cleaner bracket is a clamp that looks like it's holding a short aluminum piece. If I remove that clamp, a mounting nut on a flange and maybe some other items can I detach the the headpipe, flange and all from the turbo and remove the headpipe that way? I'm sure I can get the rounded nut off if I can get to is with some tools. The rear section of the exhaust which was is good shape came right out. The clamp on the headpipe is going to come off ok too. Just this one nut's killing me. Is it easier to work on the system from under the car? Can't do that yet as my jack failed but I'm getting a new one next week. Any pointers or useful tips greatly appreciated. Everything is soaked in penetrant already. Thanks Much

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