4x4dave

damn 9 broken studs? How many were broken from turning the wrench? or were they all broken beforehand? I'm wondering if i can try removing the bolts and studs when the head and manifold is still a bit warm. I know they say to do sparkplugs when the engine is cold only.

Carcrazygts2

7 were broke to begin with. The other 2 broke when trying to get the nuts off. Dont try to do it warm, because one you will hate yourself when you burn your hand. The other is the manifolds will hold heat in them longer than the Heads or studs will and will keep tension on the studs. Just have a MAP gas torch and some liquid wrench handy if they dont break. Otherwise have a welder and some nuts handy. If thay fails you will be drilling and pick up a 90 degree drill head to drill the out.

4x4dave

Sounds like ill need a good amount of beer for this too lol. How long did it take ya?

Carcrazygts2

2 hours and a 6 pack to get the manifolds out. 4.5 hours and a 12 pack to get old stud drilled and new studs installed. I used all stainless hardware when I put it back together. I also used Copper based anti seize on the studs. It took longer than it should have because I used a tap and chased all the threads to get the corrosion out. Ended up having about $45 bucks in stainless hardware( Studs, Locking flange nuts).

fordmotorsport

It's worth it though. That's what I did too on my old truck

4x4dave

lmao 18 beers in 6 hours with dangerous powertools! challenge accepted.

ibd2328

iTrader: (2)

If y'all guys would switch up to Budweiser you would get double the work done

fordmotorsport

Lmao..bud diesel!! Must be why I don't get anything done, I drink bud select

ibd2328

iTrader: (2)

Haha love my diesel. I'm actually at a car auction now. So let's see what I come home with.

Carcrazygts2

HAHA! I was at one yesterday and ended up buying exactly what I was looking for. For alot less than I was expecting to pay.. Is it friday yet? Oh BTW you'd get more done if you guys switch up to some shine. Atleast it will put some hair on your chest..