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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Dtank wrote:theoldwizard1 wrote:azdryheat wrote:
It's somewhat easy to do but get a mechanic if you don't know what you're doing.
ABSOLUTELY !
I have been a "shade tree" mechanic for almost 50 years, and replacing an exhaust manifold and studs/bolts is something I would never attempt (except in my broke/stupid youth) !
If it means driving for a couple of more weeks while you save up the money, it will be worth it !!
After reading your thread-starter post.......
X-2 on "ABSOLUTELY".
Pay "the freight" (the mechanic) - and save the grief (yours).
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If you try yourself and make it worse it will cost even more. Maybe a lot more.
A easy out will work in some cases for some things but, not with manifold bolts. They have been heated and cooled through many cycles. They are dammed stuck.
It's might cost some dough to get it fixed. Might have to remove lots of stuff to get to them. If it's been leaking for awhile you might need to have the manifold removed and plained.
Or, you might get lucky and the mechanic might get them right out.
Don't try it at home in any case.
