Exhaust manifold stud stripped, flange end

[natron00gt]

I was changing my clutch and in my rush to finish the job i accidentally cross threaded the ball and socket side of the exhaust manifold re-attaching my x-pipe. Is it possible to replace the stud? What is the best way to remove the stud if it is possible, prefer to do it while still on the motor, if I can.

Thanks

 

[Blinkstang]

I was able to remove my driver side studs using the NAPA Stud Extractor when I was swapping them out for ones without a collar - had no problems. But when I stripped my passenger side stud one day when swapping out my midpipe, I could not get it off. Just depends on how hard its stuck in there. Could work, could not. I ended up dropping the K-Member with the help of a friend and swapping in another exhaust manifold he had laying around.


This is the Stud Extractor I used - LINK

 

[forum155pl]

make sure you soak it in PB blaster for a long time before you even try it.. it will make life ALOT easyer on ya..

 

[natron00gt]

Cool, thanks.