Drivers side manifold/mid pipe leak... stud kit question.

[BurningRubber]

Ive had that common exhaust leak on the drivers side where the manifold meets the aftermarket mid pipe.

Ive tightened the bolts to the point they nearly stripped, still there. I hear the only fix is to take out the factory studs with stop it from being fully tightened and swapping in a different stud kit.

Who carries these parts, and how hard/whats involved to fix?

Ive taken studs out before but I KNOW these SOB's will be heat welded/rusted on. Any tricks/tips/advice, what tools are needed?

Thanks...

 

[BurningRubber]

bump, I know someone has the answer.

 

[BurningRubber]

Lets try this again, hooray for Stangnet tech!!!

 

[slow3gt]

lol yea i have the same problem i just stripped it today so please somebody answer