Broken/ leaking exhaust manifold bolts
I have recently been experiencing exhaust leaks from my exhaust manifold, and it looks like I have a couple broken bolts on the manifold itself, which is where I think the leak is coming from. I have ...
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I recently had four bolts (out of six) snap on the lower unit from an outboard motor. They were a real PITA to drill out and re-tap. That is with the lower unit in a vice on my work bench. I can't imagine trying to do the same thing to an exhaust manifold bold in the confines of an engine compartment. Something goes wrong, and it goes from bad to worse - unable to drive the vehicle to a mechanic.
I am a avid DIY person. However, there are some things where the amount of frustration incurred will outweigh the DIY satisfaction. Exhaust manifold bolts, with the motor in the vehicle, are one of them.
+1 to spend the money with the mechanic.
HTH,
-Eric
I am a avid DIY person. However, there are some things where the amount of frustration incurred will outweigh the DIY satisfaction. Exhaust manifold bolts, with the motor in the vehicle, are one of them.
+1 to spend the money with the mechanic.
HTH,
-Eric
