Tom

I noticed my engine would tick when cold, but gets quieter after it warmed up. Took a look at the ex manifold studs and sure enough, two of them were gone on the front. The bummer part is that I had them replaced before (well, it has been about 90K since then). I have 167k miles now.

I figured I'll do it myself this time to save some $$$.

The manifold studs, nuts and the gaskets are priced comparably from many sources, but the question I have is the manifold.

Does this need to be replaced? Last time, it was warped, hence it was replaced. If so, what's the best place to get a good deal (on-line)?

I looked around a few places, but they all show the rear side manifold in stock, but not the front.

Thanks,

nubiannupe

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Have you checked with Stillen yet? Also, look up Brian (internetautomar) and his website. He might be able to get 'em, too.

lophix

iTrader: (3)

btw, get the studs from a turbo z....
write-up on replacing studs...
I believe those part #s are correct. WHile you have the manifold out, check to see if it's warped. It isn't too bad of a job (the fronts) I think I could get it down to 4 hrs if I did it alone. The rears on the other hand, are the biggest bi### of all. G/luck

Cliff Clavin

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Look in the sticky about "JDM VE engine replacement." I know you don't have a VE, but I think Jeff or Keelan put in the proper part numbers on the studs.