300tdi Manifold Stud

Feb 15, 2005 1 Replies

One of the studs holding the exhaust manifold on was stripped and barely holding on and has now disappeared into the distant dust of an isolated road.



I think the stud was about 8mm. Is it possible to drill it out and then tap it to 10mm or whatever the next size up is? Or should I take it to a garage and let them fit one of those "helicoil" thread repair things? Or is there another alternative?



Thanks Paul


I would helicoil it, that way you still have a chance to use a larger stud later if any further problems arise.

I've also made M9 studs up to replace stripped M8 ones but unless you've got a lathe and M9 taps and dies this is probably a bit difficult for you.

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