computers4kids
Jan 25 2007, 09:34 AM
Prepping a 2ltr to go back in and I would like to replace all the studs that hold the heat exchangers on. Tips Welcome! -- Don't want to snap one.
I was going to just double nut each stud to try to remove it--is there a better way? Not a whole lot of room to work with. Perhaps a soft tap on the head to loosen?
Thanks
Eric_Shea
Jan 25 2007, 09:42 AM
Double nut and a MAPP torch or better. Get things cherry red then let it cool a second before backing out.
McMark
Jan 25 2007, 12:12 PM
heat up the aluminum to ease its grip. Penetrating oil is good as well. (not WD40)
Rand
Jan 25 2007, 12:18 PM
On the stubborn bolts I've dealt with, it helped to give them a shot of good penetrating oil (such as PB Blaster) each day starting 2 or 3 days before trying to take them out. Given a little time, it's amazing how that stuff will get in there.
Chris Pincetich
Jan 25 2007, 12:21 PM
ClayPerrine
Jan 25 2007, 07:24 PM
I am a bit of a caveman when it comes to removing the exhaust studs from the heads.
I take an old nut and put them on the stud even with the end. Then I take my Acetelyne torch and heat the two of them up until they weld together. Then I use a socket to unscrew them.
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