Sounds like it RIP, rusted in place, and after all these years it's probably
as good as being welded. The original front pipe had a balloon type of
thingy that would make a good seal to the header (like a bubble flare on
brake lines). It's almost a press fit when the 3 bolts are tightened.
Doesn't sound unusual to me. A few good whacks may help or some high heat
from an oxy-acteylene torch.
Good luck.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "snyler" <marc@animalfirm.com>
To: "Laury, Victor" <LauryV@MTA.NET>; "Roadster list"
<datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, August 20, 2001 1:02 PM
Subject: RE: Manifold to exh -pipe fit/tranny mount
> Laury, Victor wrote
>
> >That's right. after you remove those bolts, remove the four bolts holding
> >the cross piece on as well. Be sure to take this opportunity to clean and
> >paint it.
>
> I'll try a slide hammer hooked to the flange to try and coax it.
> Penetrating oil worth a try?
> I remove the cross-piece after the motor is out, or at least is supported
> by a sling, right?
>
> Thanks, Victor! The list makes you feel like you're never alone in this
> roadster business.
>
> Marc T.
>
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