Re: [DML] Digest Number 399

["Eric J. Hennebury" <ehennebury@xxxx>]

Dennis,

Chances are that if you need to replace your manifold gaskets, you probably
have broken studs. When I did mine, the broken studs were easy enough to
remove by drilling into the stud and using an extractor. Unfortunately, I
could not get the necessary clearance to get a drill in (frame got in the
way) so I ended up removing the engine. I'm sure this was an extreme
measure, but it really wasn't all that difficult, and it gave me the
opportunity to really clean up the engine and bay. I'm not recommending
that you remove the engine for this job, but be aware that clearance for
tools or torches is pretty tight in some cases. At any rate, once I had
the engine out, it was a five minute job to remove all the studs (broken or
otherwise) and they all came out without a fight. One final thought... soak
the studs and bolts in penetrating fluid several times before you go at it
(I'm sure you would have anyways).

Good luck,
Eric Hennebury
VIN 17065

> Message: 18
> Date: Mon, 05 Feb 2001 19:23:29 -0000
> From: loweryd@xxxx
> Subject: Exhaust Manifold Gasket Replacement
>
> Hello list, I need to replace my exhaust manifold gaskets and was
> wondering if this is a job that can easily be done. Is there any tips
> or tricks? Is there anything I need to know before going into this?
> I know that the studs are on the small side and that I must be careful
> that I don't break them off. I've also purchased new studs and a
> metric helo-coil kit just in case. If you have done this job yourself
> I would be interested in hearing your comments.
>
> Is there some type of instructions available anywhere?
>
> Thanks,
> Dennis Lowery
> Vin. 4797