Hot Rods 1950 flathead manifold tight in on front if manufold

What type of wrench is required to tighten from bolts on manifold of a running 1950 ford flathead.

 

I’d shut it off first. Less chance of snagging yourself in the fan.

The bolts should take a 9/16” wrench.

 

I see what you did there.

 

Front bolts are 7/16" need a 5/8" wrench.

 

He is talking about the "Manufold" not either one of the regular ones.

 

Jeezus, you just pick up a tool that fits.

 

That’s what came to my mind too. Two different sizes on the exhaust.

 

Yes, the front bolts are 7/16 not 3/8. depending on the manifold used there may not be a lot of clearance for a wrench or socket. If a thin wall socket cannot be found maybe grinding one down to make it thinner would help. I put a different manifold on my '50 and there wasn't enough clearance to tighten it up. I used a longer bolt with a sleeve on it to make things easier.