IML: exhaust manifold studs for chrysler Big Block 413

["Rob van der Es" <r.vdes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi list,

I have finally found myself a good driverside exhaust manifold for my 1960 
Imperial.
Last summer I broke the flange of my original manifold (front pipe hit a 
large roadbump..) and although it was welded again it still leaks a little 
(problably a  warped flange due to welding....).

During the removal I snapped 3 manifold studs, they were broken off flush 
with the head.
I was able to remove two studs by drilling them out carefully, without 
damaging the threads.
Since I couldn't find the manifold studs anywhere I used bolts then to 
secure the welded manifold again.
The third broken stud couldn't be removed at that time, there was (and is..) 
no room for a conventional drill.
This is the last one on the driverside of the car.
Recently I found my self an angled drill (90 degrees head, total tickness 
only 3 inches!), so I should be able to drill that last one out too! (after 
preparing myself mentally for this terrible job..)

Then I will be finally able to mount an original exhaust manifold without 
any repaired cracks :)
And to do the job real good, I want to replace my 3 broken studs with new 
ones.

Does anyone have  a source where I can buy

a) 3 new exhaust manifolds studs (stainless steel would be great, but 
standard will also do)
b) 6 brash nuts (to avoid future trouble when I ever have to remove that 
manifold again, which heaven should forbid!)

Thanks,

Robert
1960 Imperial 4Dr HT 


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