Hi, new here. I need to remove the cracked drivers side exhaust manifold from my 1995 Jimmy with the 4.3. Do I need to remove the power steering pump, alternator and bracket to do this, or is there some way to remove the bracket at the back of the power steering pump that also attaches to the front exhaust manifold stud?

Many thanks for your help!

 

Post a picture of the problem spot ... but I've done shorty header and tubular exhaust manifold swaps without issue ... let me go look at one in the back to confirm

OK - Yes , the support brackets and bolts must be removed but the actual alternator /PS pump remain in place . Be sure to soak all nuts and bolts with PB blaster to make short work of frozen or rusted threads.