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Re: Removing exhaust manifold studs?

Subject: Re: Removing exhaust manifold studs?
From: Randall <randallyoung@earthlink.net>
Date: Sat, 24 Nov 2001 23:57:01 -0800
Cc: "Triumph Team. Net" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
References: <NEBBJPFDFKDLFGGIHFHKKEFCCJAA.bradlnss@lightspeed.net>
Another method that is sometimes useful (eg when there isn't enough stud
exposed for double nutting or a stud extractor) is to take a nut of the
proper thread, and cut through one side vertically with a cutoff tool. 
Thread the nut onto the stud, then clamp a pair of vice grips on so they
squeeze the slot closed.  You can get a very strong grip this way
(stronger than double-nutting), without damaging the threads.  If
necessary, you can loosen the vice grips, turn the nut a little, and
clamp again.

Randall

Brad Eells wrote:
> 
> I've found that properly gripping the stud is the secret (along with lots of
> PB Blaster)...

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