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RedSmith 
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 Topic: Removing manifoldPosted: August-09-2020 at 10:11am |
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Suggestions for removing the manifold? Looks like one of those stuck bolts challenges. I believe i will just replace rather than try to weld up the cast iron. Ideas? this is an '88 Ski Nautique. Exhause manifold leaking from bottom
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: August-09-2020 at 10:57am |
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Arther,
You may need to get to the bolt heads with a Dremel and a cut off wheel. Then go after whats left with a stud wrench or the crude way a "vise grip" .
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MrMcD
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Posted: August-09-2020 at 11:05am |
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A 50/50 mix of acetone and tranny fluid has proven to soak in to rusted bolts and help break them loose. I have used a propane torch to heat the area around the bolt and then apply more of the mix. Works best if you have a few days and can re apply a few times. It helps a lot.
Mark
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Posted: August-09-2020 at 1:51pm |
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Thanks will try right away
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Gary S
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Posted: August-09-2020 at 2:28pm |
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Before you get too far better see what is available - some exhaust parts are back ordered at this time.
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