simple head pull question

[DevoBuzz]

Do I pull the head with the oil drain back still attached to the turbo or should I remove the two bolts attaching it to the turbo? In the past I just cut the hose. Not sure if I can pull the head close to the firewall to pull the hose off of tube attached to the block.

Thanks!

[tryingbe]

I've done it both way. Do you care about putting it back together? If so, do it safe rather than sorry.

[BadAssPerformance]

I used to pull the hose but more recently like to unbolt the flange at the turbo, that way when the head is set back down and you re-bolt it on, you can make sure the hose is not kinked to cause draining issues

[tryingbe]

If do decide to take the drain tube off, replace the gasket. DO NOT USE RTV.