I'd say use big washers over the existing shield and re-attach it. I just did a head rebuild, and can attest that it's a PITA to reach the nuts/bolts on the shield. If you're rusted out thats and even bigger pita.


'94 extra-cab 3.0 extra slo (auto tranny) original owner. E/B o/s valve heads and no more crossover. More mods to come.