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Read my writeup here: http://www.jensenhealey.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=1453&forum_id=2&jump_to=9464#p9464
The major differences in regards to the one piece header are:
1) Yes you have to remove the steering. Clean it up as best as possible and use whiteout to make alignment marks. Also take good photos to help you remember which way it goes in.
2) The one piece unit is slightly easier to fit. But defnitely get the slimmer copper nuts.
3) I recommend you get the header Jet Hot Coated before installation. It will improve engine compartment heat, fight rust, look cool, and walk your dog all at the same time.
This may sound silly, but I'd rather do the repair with the car up on jackstands than in the air. I find I have to alternate between attacking it from the top and bottom. Also with the engine lifting aspect, it's easier for the home mechanic to do that at ground level unless you have a gantry hoist.
It's a patience game.