Hey, I'm the one who had the leak problem around the manifold with the '88 4WD 22R-E engine on my pickup.
After some inspection and after I took off the metal guard thing around the manifold, I noticed two holes (screws? or they're just there. they're not leaks or cracks or anything) on both the left and right side of where all the manifold connects.
I looked at them and they looked lie they were just there on purpose. But I notice that the leak coming out the RIGHT side one (nearest to the cab). I was prety much able to pinpoint this by sticking my finger right by it. The left one, however, does not leak any.
My confusion lies in the fact that it's puttin out exhaust in that hole, but the hole looks like it's supposed to be there. Why would the right on leak and not the left one?
I have a friend who's a welder, is it possible to just have him patch it up with a small piece of steel?