Removing Turbo-Replacing up-pipes

[whitestroke7.3]

Hey guys iam going to be removing my turbo to replace my up-pipes. Is there anything that I should do when I pull it out? replace anything? any other tips appreciated also has anyone had problems with the manifolds leaking?

[bravo-man]

no manifold leak but u can get every thing ceramic coated!!!!

[Marty]

Why pull the turbo to do that?

Drop the downpipe and you can get at everything from under the truck with extensions.

[whitestroke7.3]

cuz iam putting in bellows so I never have to do this again (hopefully)

[GreenF350]

Originally Posted by Maintain

Why pull the turbo to do that?

Drop the downpipe and you can get at everything from under the truck with extensions.

I just did my turbo, up pipes and pedistal. Even with my turbo out I did everything for the up pipes from underneath. No reason to remove the turbo for this job. I didn't take my downpipe out either (welded all the way back on mine). Might help to loosen it at the turbo so it can move around a bit and if you can take your downpipe out then it should be "cake". I would say 3-4 hours if you are familiar with wrenching on vehicles, 6 if you aren't. Wobbles/universals with long extensions are your friend. Good luck and post back if you have any questions.
-Aaron