I finally got all of the studs out and am now am ready to install new studs. Does anyone know how much to torque the studs? Also, does it matter...
So how much help was the left handed drill bits. I can see they would work great if the stud was loose but it is in there tight. Were you able to...
How were you able to start the tap on the threads so it didn't booger up the threads?
This is turning into a nightmare job. The exhaust manifold is off but two more studs broke when I tried to remove them so now I have 4 that need...
I don't have a welder so I tried using a pipe wrench, plenty of pby and hitting the bolt with a hammer but the bolt busted off anyway. There are...
Thanks everybody for the help. Ffx95 What is a induction coil tool? Bumbacladwar... I have heard of this idea before but one of the studs was...
Two of the exhaust manifold nuts broke off so I am going to replace them. The studs are sticking out so I can get a pair of vice grips or pipe...
What is the best way of getting the old nuts off. I have been soaking them in PB blaster and wondered if I should use and impact wrench to loosen...
Thanks Gumper, I've read this entire thread and you have gone through the wringer! Where did you get the Jig?
I have a 3406B with the same problem. I am selling this truck and don't want to put a lot more time/money into it but don't want to rip off the...
Ok, If I have to take the manifold off, is there a safe easy way to do it. I am concerned I am going to break a few more studs getting it off. I...
I have a 1993 Freightliner with a Cat 3406B motor. A couple of the exhaust bolts have broken off and they are on the top row. One is closest to...
This is an old thread but I have the same problem. Does anyone know how to use a torch to burn the studs out or how to use welding rod?
I have a 1993 freightliner with a cat 3406b motor. I have been having problems starting it. It runs fine once it is started. If I loosened a...
No just the pb blaster
Can I use pb blaster as a starting fluid? I am stranded and that is all I have. Motor is a 3407b cat and usually starts right up
I have had problems with the leveling valve and replaced it yesterday. When I was loaded the adjustment arm would go down after a rough ride and...
Thanks everyone for the info. Luwi67, I agree with you that throwing money is a bad move but how do I get this problem diagnosed? A professional...
I have a 1993 Freightliner conventional. It has a 13 speed transmission and a Caterpillar 3406 b motor. There has been a slight vibration for the...
I have a 93 Freightliner truck. I added a drop axle a few months ago and it is working out real well. However, the tires need to be changed and I...
