HP Manifolds

Being a member here since 2006 this forum has been one of the best places to get a-body information. It is true that I do not post much and only post when I feel I can add to the discussion. I apologize to anyone that feels that I have
questioned their experience and skill level because this was not the intent. A-body guys are the most innovative group there are in our hobby and they do make things work when others give up. Maybe the members that were successful at making these manifolds work have some tricks that can be shared?
For many years I have tried all of the tricks (plus others) mentioned in this thread. I also have got these manifolds to fit but not with the clearances that I felt comfortable with being so close to the steering shaft. A broken engine mount under torque could cause the manifold to rotate into the steering shaft which would not be good. Being an exhaust manufacturer we have to take all of these factors into consideration before recommending to a customer what will fit and what will not weighing in the safety of the installation. Anyways sorry for the upset and hopefully we can get some more ideas on using these manifolds.