There's a case right now where one of our OP's found two broken exhaust manifold bolts. Worked about a week and ended up pulling the head to go to a shop. That led to a valve job, bolt hole oversize, etc.
As JD put it so eloquently, and delicately :) - I'm the "case". Wow - what a mess - twice for me actually as I've had to replace broken exhaust manifold bolts on both sides! I have learned one thing - next time I will just pull the head. I know it sounds like a lot of work, but actually, it's much easier than you think and FAR less time consuming. I mean unless you have all the rights tools, tons of experience and SKILL - drilling these bolts is a nightmare!
Good luck!
ryan
