Does anyone have experience removing the oem manifolds and replacing it with headers? Tips tricks etc how long should I soak in pb etc
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Last edited by billythekid; 04-12-2021, 09:38 AM. -
My best tip is to have a variety of tools to try to reach all the bolts. Soak them as long as you want to I'd say you still have about a 50/50 shot of getting just the nut vs getting the nut and the stud.Your signature picture has been removed since it contained the Photobucket "upgrade your account" image.
Originally posted by TimKninja -
the best stuff for penetrating and loosening is acetone mixed 50/50 with ATF89 E30 325is Lachs Silber - currently M20B31, M20B33 in the works, stroked to the hilt...
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This works great in a chemical wash bottleOriginally posted by digger View Post
I've never had an issue removing manifold bolts on an M20. Sure they're old and seized but I've never snapped one with brute force and ignorance... unlike the 24v engines.Originally posted by priapismOriginally posted by shamesonComment
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the (original) nuts are copper. so if you strip one, they're actually pretty easy to cut or crush without damaging the studs.
Of course on a car this old, somebody could have replaced them with steel and they could be rusted right on. so, good luck..Comment
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Interesting, I'm gonna try this mix next time I need to remove a stubborn exhaust nut.Originally posted by digger View Postsigpic
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