[Hethj7]

You don't actually have to back those studs out that go into the intake. In step 5 of the above post, don't double the nut. Just remove the nuts that are already there and slide the spacer off of the studs, leaving the studs in place. Also, I have had my TB and EGR spacer off many times and usually can get away with not replacing the gaskets. Just be careful when removing them and you should be okay. Good luck!