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05-09-2012, 10:27 PM | #1 |
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Stainless Exhaust studs?
Has anyone replaced their exhaust studs with stainless steel allen bolts? I broke a stud while replacing my clutch spring. I found these on-line and was wondering what the general opinion might be.
http://www.gmanindustries.com/shop/p...&idcategory=61 P.S. Am I the only guy that starts one job that turns into three other jobs?
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05-09-2012, 10:34 PM | #2 |
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That would be better than the steel studs, but if you use anti seize on them you shouldn't have a problem.
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05-09-2012, 10:48 PM | #3 |
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I Think ANYTHING would be better than the stud and acorn. Lucky for me the stud broke right at the acorn so I'm going to try the two nut stud removal method tomorrow. Guess I better pick up some more PB Blaster too. Jeeze!
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05-09-2012, 11:45 PM | #4 |
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Sometimes a little heat helps it come out if its stubborn.
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05-10-2012, 12:55 AM | #5 |
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Ace hardware carries those studs (don't know about stainless) in stock here in Colorado. I don't like acorns in that application, either - I have plano (plain old) nuts on mine.
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05-10-2012, 06:32 AM | #6 |
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One thing I noticed with the V&H is the acorn nut bottoms out bottoms out before the flange is tight so you are just twisting the stud not a good thing a stainless washer takes care of that
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05-10-2012, 11:01 AM | #7 |
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If you're going to use stainless in aluminum be sure to use anti-seize or you can dip them in an antacid. Stainless in aluminum builds up electrolysis. if you don't use anti seize , over time it will weld itself in the hole.
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05-10-2012, 06:46 PM | #8 |
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Does anyone know if the engine could be damaged by running it without the exhaust? I don't see how it could but it doesn't hurt to ask.
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Trust me. I WILL use anti-seize. I don't want to struggle with anymore exhaust studs. This sucks!
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