access panel to get at the spark plugs and manifold bolts. | 356 Speedster, 550 Spyder, Replica, Automotive Community

Former Member

I had a job pulling the weber carbs and the manifold bolts without some type of access panel in my Im speedster. I want to install two access panels that will allow for the maintenance of the webbers. I want to put a full fire wall panel on the inside of the engine compartment as a full removable panel and in the wheel well a second panel that is my true access panel , what do you guys think and suggestions?
bill

3/7/056:44 AM

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Former Member

I had a job pulling the weber carbs and the manifold bolts without some type of access panel in my Im speedster. I want to install two access panels that will allow for the maintenance of the webbers. I want to put a full fire wall panel on the inside of the engine compartment as a full removable panel and in the wheel well a second panel that is my true access panel , what do you guys think and suggestions?
bill

3/7/056:44 AM

Former Member

Bill, I have an access panel on the side near the carbs. It's made of aluminium, and uses quarter-turn fasteners. I'll try to post some pics.

Eddie

3/7/058:11 AM

Former Member

Get a Snap-On 1/4" ratchet, a longish 1/4" drive extension, and the correct sized 1/4" drive Snap-On swivel-socket (I forget which one). Unless your manifolds are poorly done (castings too thick for socket clearance) these tools will allow removal and installation.

I've used this method on both of my IM's.

3/7/055:30 PM

Former Member

Good idea GB,

I have done the same with a bug engine compartment and 48IDA's on tall SCAT TRAK manifolds.

3/8/057:28 AM

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