2.Install supplied exhaust gasket in place between header
and cylinder head. Install one bolt to hold gasket in
place.
3.Install supplied header bolts.T ighten all bolt s evenly.
4. Reinstall clutch cable bracket, spark plugs, plug wires,
and dipstick tube assembly. Do not tighten H-pipe.
NOTE: Bending of clutch cable bracket may be neces-
sary for clearance.
Left side is complete.
NOTE: Use supplied Anti-Seize on all bolt s.Apply liber -
ally to collector socket to ensure proper seal with H-pipe.
• RIGHT SIDE INSTALLATION
1. Remove lower motor mount nut (right side only) and
raise engine approximately 1".
2. Put right side T.E.S. header into position. Then lower
engine block into position and reinstall motor mount nut.
Put H-pipe into position (do not tighten).
3.Install supplied exhaust gasket in place between header
and cylinder head. Install one supplied header bolt to
hold gasket in place.
4.Install supplied header bolts.T ighten all bolt s evenly.
• DISASSEMBLY
1. Raise front of vehicle using the front crossmember to
support the vehicle. Position jack stands under the cross-
member. Drive up ramps may also be used to raise the
front of the vehicle. Make sure parking brake is on and
the rear wheels are blocked so vehicle cannot roll.
2. Loosen H-pipe from stock exhaust headers.
3. Remove the dipstick tube assembly, and clutch cable
bracket from the left side of the engine.
4. Remove air intake tube, air cleaner cover and air flow
sensor from the right side of the engine. Also remove the
smog hoses from the same side.
5. Remove the stock exhaust headers and gaskets. Make
sure the gasket surfaces are clean.
6. Take all the sp ark plugs out, remove plug wire holders
from bolt posts on the valve covers. Label all plug wires
for ease of reassembly.
• LEFT SIDE INSTALLATION
1. Put lef t side Bassani header into position. Jostle H-pipe
to allow header to drop into place. Set H-pipe in place do
not tighten.
© 1997 Edelbrock Corp. REV 1/97
TUBULAR EXHAUST SYSTEM
CATALOG #6883/#7983
1986-1993 Ford Mustang /Mark/Capri with 5.0L V8
Equal Length TES Headers
INSTRUCTIONS
• PLEASE study these instructions carefully before
inst alling your new Tubular Exhaust System (TES). If you
have any questions or problems, do not hesitate to con -
tact our Technical Hotline at : 1-800-416-8628.
• TUBULAR EXHAUST SYSTEM: These components are
designed as a system to improve the exhaust efficiency
of the Ford 5.0L V8 engine. A performance gain can be
expected by the installation of the system. This system
requires no welding for installation and ret ains all O.E.M.
emissions equipment.
• SUGGESTED TOOLS FOR INSTALLATION: This vehi -
cle has some metric fasteners
Sockets- 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16"
Screwdriver- straight blade
Wrenches- 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 11/16"
W ire cutters
Pliers
Ratchet- 3/8 drive
Extension- about 10"
Universal 3/8 drive
Ratchet- 1/4" drive
Extension- 3-6"
Jackstands, screwdrivers, pliers, crescent
wrench, hacksaw,etc.
Liquid penetrant, (GM #1052627) anti-seize com
pound (GM #5613695)
• WARNING: The use of "Thermal Wrap" materials will
void the warranty on your Tubular Exhaust System.Those
products can cause excessive heat and moisture buildup
resulting in corrosion of the system. If additional thermal
isolation is desired, use the Edelbrock Pro-Tech coated
TES #7983.
• NOTE: The paint used on non-coated T.E.S. (6800 &
6600 series) is for protection during shipping and stor-
age and will burn off soon af ter the engine is st arted.
Those who desire a longer lasting finish should sand
blast the T.E.S. to remove the original paint, then apply
high temperature header paint, such as VHT, available at
most auto part s stores.
• CAUTION: Due to higher underhood temperatures gen-
erated by T.E.S., vehicles equipped with original spark
plug wires should have them replaced with high temper-
ature plug wires for longer life.
• NOTE: When cleaning any Edelbrock Pro-Tech coated
TES, use only soap and warm water.The use of caustic
solvents (Gunk, etc.) will mar or damage the Pro-Tech
coating.
