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JUMP ! In here, need advice by robert1234
Started on: 03-16-2016 06:54 PM
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Report this Post03-16-2016 06:54 PM Click Here to See the Profile for robert1234Send a Private Message to robert1234Edit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Sorry everyone,,,,,
But I'm finally checking out my exhaust leak on my 88 Formula

The leak if from a rusted off bolt on the front manifold (yes near window).

What are my options since the others are not good but there ?

Pull the engine ?
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You're already aware of the jig required. I had a couple of broken exhaust manifold bolts in my '86 GT on the back window side of the engine. Not a pleasant repair to tackle. I eventually tipped the back of the cradle down to give me enough room to get a right-angle drill in there. It's a b*tch of a job.

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Welp............

If it were me, I'd pull the intake and heads. Others probably would/will argue my way of thinking but you are going to have a nightmare on your hands if you try to do it on the car.

The other advantage to pulling the heads is you can do both manifolds, clean the heads & upper end and reseal the whole upper end. Which on an older engine really isn't a bad idea.

I'm betting you're going to have the same amount of time invested doing it either way and my way will make the engine better.
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Originally posted by Thunderstruck GT:

I'm betting you're going to have the same amount of time invested doing it either way and my way will make the engine better.


My way builds character.
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Report this Post03-16-2016 07:23 PM Click Here to See the Profile for robert1234Send a Private Message to robert1234Edit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I pulled the other manifold two months ago and replaced the gasket on it, now the front one is leaking ...uuuuhhh

I have the drill guide, drill bit and out bit already.
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Originally posted by Patrick:

My way builds character.


But.... We own Fieros

Doesn't that make us all "characters"?
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Originally posted by Thunderstruck GT:

But.... We own Fieros
Doesn't that make us all "characters"?


Touché.
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Report this Post03-16-2016 08:58 PM Click Here to See the Profile for viperineSend a Private Message to viperineEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I picked option "C". Pull the engine. Replace with a 3800. Less aggravating, more rewarding.
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Report this Post03-16-2016 09:27 PM Click Here to See the Profile for robert1234Send a Private Message to robert1234Edit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
What about the engine tilter...here

https://www.fiero.nl/forum/A...100421-2-095333.html
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Id love to replace with a 3800, but need the cash for other things right now.
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Originally posted by robert1234:

What about the engine tilter... here


Although I had even posted in that old thread about the engine tilter, I chose to tilt the cradle when I drilled out my broken exhaust manifold bolts. I don't know for sure, but it seemed to me at the time that tilting the cradle would give more room to work.

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Report this Post03-16-2016 09:53 PM Click Here to See the Profile for robert1234Send a Private Message to robert1234Edit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Thanks Pat
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Just drop the cradle. In my 2 car garage with a floor jack and limited tools I can drop it in 1 hour usually. Much easier than messing with removing the heads in the car.

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Originally posted by IanT720:

Just drop the cradle. In my 2 car garage with a floor jack and limited tools I can drop it in 1 hour usually. Much easier than messing with removing the heads in the car.



Plus you can degrease and clean and paint everything up nice in the bay while you are at it.
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Yup, pulled the heads. I tried drilling out the broken bolt(S) and also tried welding a nut to them. No go. Took heads to a machine shop and they were able to take care if it. They said they can do this much quicker and I have to agree.

I didn't mess with the rockers and lifter adjustment. I bought a tool to compress lifter and remove rods. Wasn't bad at all.

Replace the bolts with studs and nuts.

 
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Originally posted by Thunderstruck GT:

Welp............

If it were me, I'd pull the intake and heads. Others probably would/will argue my way of thinking but you are going to have a nightmare on your hands if you try to do it on the car.

The other advantage to pulling the heads is you can do both manifolds, clean the heads & upper end and reseal the whole upper end. Which on an older engine really isn't a bad idea.

I'm betting you're going to have the same amount of time invested doing it either way and my way will make the engine better.


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Report this Post03-18-2016 10:46 AM Click Here to See the Profile for css9450Send a Private Message to css9450Edit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
I've long ago resigned myself to pulling the head(s) if I ever have to face this chore.

I've never dropped a cradle so maybe I am unawares if that is in fact easier.
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