I never had trouble with fitment on my driver side as I just lower the motor onto the header..
I've never had any trouble with my 5 or 7 plugs or wires...
I've had no trouble start changing my starter whatsoever. Although also I only changed it once since I've owned the car..
For some people one inch is a lot..lol...:poke:.. (a lot more ground clearance LOL)
just how long are you expecting these to live? The thicker flanges they make them heavier and lose a tenth at the track LOL..
I use remflex gaskets and never have had any leaks ever...
