Coolant behind exhaust manifold studs??

[searls84]

Ok I am in the process of replacing the exhaust manifold gasket on my LDT465-1C. While removing the exhaust nuts lastnight, I had one bring the stud out along with it on the #5 cylinder. When I got it all the way out coolant started pouring out the hole where the stud came from. Is this normal? If not, any thoughts on the cause? Thanks!

 

[smoke]

It may be like a 350 chevy head bolts that go directly in to water jacket. MAKE SURE YOU USE A SEALANT ON THE TREADS OF THE STUDS GOING BACK IN. My 2 cents.