I do have the new manifold, just not on yet. Thought that I'd tackle the valve covers with everything moved out of the way as much as possible. We had some t-storms roll through this afternoon and evening, so had to wrap up work for the day.........I'm working in the driveway because I don't have a garage available to me. I don't even have a 'shade tree'. Tomorrow I'm going to remove the motor mount on the passenger side and jack the engine up as Way2Old recommended. I'm not sure how easily the covers would come off, even with the engine jacked up, because of the harnesses, fuel rail, cop's, etc. being in such close proximity, but I'll try to do a mock-up with the intake laying in place and let you know what my opinion is. Til then.........sweet dreams. Thanks again, you guys are indispensible.