Nice reference in that article! Looks like it would be easier with motor out!

I would also like to know why it is touching as well. Other people have also told me that manifold shouldn't touch. I mean it is barely touching- I might be able to slip a piece of paper in between it and the fender. I am wondering if the RH manifold could be different from stock? PO got them on EBay and were supposedly from correct type of car.