Runaway diesel and turbo issues

[WTF D00D]

I even went and got a new pair of vise grips ensuring the best bite but those bolts are hard, it's hardly getting a grab on it.

 

[WTF D00D]

I'm done with it, I'm ready to put it back together with three fn bolts and pay someone to swap the exhaust manifold...I think three days is enough.

 

[WTF D00D]

Of course, the exhaust manifold will render at least another 3-4 snapped bolts...

 

[gimpyrobb]

****, if your that far apart, I'd take the manifold off. Granted, you have to pull the intake at the same time to get the exhaust off...

 

[The King Machine]

When your spirit is fatigued, look to the power of beer to guide your through these times of mechanical madness.

these pieces of metal and steel will not hold you hostage.
you are in control and will be victorious.

remove that manifold!

 

[RAYZER]

The back two are studs with nuts.

 

[The King Machine]

Yes studs with nuts. Mine has studs threaded into the turbo flange and has a tack weld on the top of the flange to stop the stud from backing out. I have a busted stud there too. My plans is to drill it straight through then chase it with a tap after.

 

[WTF D00D]

Thanks guys, at least I know it is removable...lol..I wanted to have it ready for our Memorial Day event at work and that didn't happen, so I took the day off from heating, banging and twisting on that **** thing.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Cut it off, then drill and tap it.