2xtreme
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- Kayak Pt, WA
I noticed that I have a exhaust leak under the hood. After inspection it turns out that the rear most stud (closest to the fire wall) is missing. So I got a new bolt and could not get it to thread. I checked and it seems like there is no hole for it to thread into.
So, I assume that the stud broke off and left the rest of the stud in the whole flush or very close to flush with the block. I am familar with removal of exhaust studs and know that it will most likely need to be "easy outed" out. however it looks like I will not be able to get to it with the engine in place. Anyone ever had this problem? If I remove the intake and exhaust manifolds do you think that I will be able to drill and use a easy out without removing the whole engine. There does not seem to be much room between the engine block and the fire wall?
Thanks for any help
Michael
So, I assume that the stud broke off and left the rest of the stud in the whole flush or very close to flush with the block. I am familar with removal of exhaust studs and know that it will most likely need to be "easy outed" out. however it looks like I will not be able to get to it with the engine in place. Anyone ever had this problem? If I remove the intake and exhaust manifolds do you think that I will be able to drill and use a easy out without removing the whole engine. There does not seem to be much room between the engine block and the fire wall?
Thanks for any help
Michael