Heat shields

[chicagoslick]

How many of you, that have replaced your downpipe, have left the heat shields off? Had a hell of a time removing the exhaust manifold heat shield. I cannot imagine getting it back in there, but not sure who have had success leaving these shields off.

Thanks

 

[cxwrench]

I can't help but think that you'd get more/better information faster if you posted this in one of the tech forums...like maybe this one: http://www.fiestastforum.com/forum/forums/8-EcoBoost-Engine-Upgrades.