Ford F250 6.8 Broken Manifold Studs - Part 1

Ahhhh more rust! Gotta love it! Come along with me in this video as I replace the rusted out manifold studs in this 2004 Ford F-250 with a V-10 Engine.
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[@allynmaclarenjr348]

When I had to do the studs on my 99 Expedition 4.6 I found a guy on EBay that sold stainless steel studs and nuts that worked perfect @ about $10 per side

[@jmlo96]

From the looks of that truck I won't be surprised when the owner goes outside to where his truck was parked only to find a pile of rust, lol.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Jason Loesch All they are is dust in the wind.....

[@michaelcosta7235]

Does this guy share a garage with the Titanic?

[@GRowe1978]

So.... it's a 2004. The factory set of manifold bolts went bad in five years and your repair lasted six. So your repair lasted longer than the factory set of bolts. If I were the owner, I'd be happy with that.

[@spaceinvadertoo]

Owner brought it back. He must be happy?

[@rustypotatos]

@@spaceinvadertoo wow great way of putting it I really don’t think things like that….

[@edgardoamado7008]

Life would be so much easier if ur shop was close by my área ..... Honest mechanics are a rare breed this days

[@raykrv6a]

+Edgardo Amado I agree. It would take me 13 hours to drive to SMA for service. Can't quite justify it.

[@michaelcosta7235]

+Edgardo Amado No we aren't, we just don't give our service away, if you keep price shopping you will only find people who can get work by selling it so cheap since their reputation is now shot.

[@richardbambenek2601]

I don't have the patience you have to work on rusted on parts. No amount of money could make me do that for a living. I salute you.

[@workingmansrestorations7071]

You are my go to repair videos... Whenever i have a problem, you videos are first i look for

[@iceandhotwax]

the amounts of rust you see astounds me

[@samspade9980]

Late to the party on this thread, but I was able to remove /replace all 20 studs in my 2001 Excursion. Excellent tips good sir! I did both sides in about 8 hours. 1 stud had to be drilled, 8 total that broke off long enough to get Vice Grips on. Love your videos!

[@hpt08]

Watching Eric O's in depth videos allows me to up my mechanic flying hours so I have a better idea of what I'll be up against, just in case! 😀

[@wyattoneable]

The intro was cool and ouch! Nice burn. I know I say this all the time but my gosh! The rust on these vehicles is beyond anything I've ever seen.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+wyattoneable Hey man it is what keeps us going here!

[@johnchristopherson2718]

Great job !! I have never been able to drill a broken bolt in the center, so I cheat I use the Ridgid 35585 No. 10 Screw Extractor Set it includes the bits, the extractors, but most importantly for me it also includes guides to center the drill bit, the only problem would be clearance, again great vids & thank you.

[@AdrianKingsleyHughes]

Hahahaha, thumbs up for old-timey intro!!!!

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Adrian Kingsley-Hughes Thanks :) Wasn't sure if people would like it

[@hawaiianf1504]

+South Main Auto Repair I really liked it! It was a really cool change to the video's. Ya caught me off guard. LoLz

[@zoiegodwin2410]

"HA !!! there"s ya problem" RUST BUCKET !!!! Your'e the best Dr. O !!! Looking forward to part 2 !!!

[@thomasclewell7051]

what a freaking awesome guy/mechanic. A really badass dude.

[@redneckboysgarage5772]

The Intro is a A+ in my books, love the saloon music.

[@normansmith7806]

Eric my friend you will earn your money on that job!!!! Good job getting that rusty mess apart, the old blue wrench is a life saver !

[@mr_7932]

Damn hell of a good job. I just finished exhaust manifolds on a Ford e450 with a V-10 Triton. Had to drill and tap 12 out of 20 bolts. The passenger side was the beast. Watching this video helped me get through that nightmare. Thanks for all the great content.

[@GarthGoldberg]

This is a good one. Only five minutes in and Eric's got out the air hammer.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Garth Goldberg Oh yeah, I though of you while doing this, wait till part II, air hammer and a drill :)

[@mawolff23]

Another great video brought to you by Erick O

[@nicknicu1787]

You're our hero Doctor! Injured in the line of duty. Great video!

[@hawaiianf1504]

+Nick Nicu - I think we need to chip in and send him a really cute nurse to bandage that! Hmm, but what about Ms V. .. OK, we'll send him a really cute male nurse!! With dreads!!

[@NewsLynne]

Nice job! So glad I bought a SC car. This looks like the underside of my brother's sweeet Topaz, a true Western Mass special.

[@moneymac2864]

I said it before and i'll say i'll say it again...Dr. O is a genius...LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Money Mac Thanks $$

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Torch, air hammer, air ratchet...classic SMA vid. It would have taken me a whole day just to get that manifold off in one piece haha!

[@SouthMainAuto]

+motoYam82 You need to b more violent then!

[@steveragusa3289]

you make it look so easy Erik

[@spaceinvadertoo]

Eric can get that air ratchet effectively into places most can't get their hand.

[@paulgrottel2607]

the fireproof man. i bow for the lack of pain sensitivity. OUCH! there it is again. my back pain:-). i also liked the one shot(take) were the background was blurry an the rusty stabilizer sharp. it is very art house. Chapeau!

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Paul Grottel Yeah I thought it was a very deep showing of my inner artistic side... but then I thought about it, I don't have one of those...

[@paulgrottel2607]

+South Main Auto Repair i think everyone has a artistic skill dort of

[@neilm8263]

Nice work with the hot spanner 💥

[@MrONEHORSEFLY]

Cost me 1800 bucks a couple of months ago to replace both cracked exhaust manifolds and 4 broken studs on my 2010 5.4 F150 up here in Alberta. I wasn't happy with this at 90,000 miles. But at least the spark plugs were the one piece type and they had come out with no problem. That was another $210 just for the labor, though. I like Fords best when they still warranty. Mine, of course, was Over!! As a Senior, I can relate to and appreciate the challenges and the battle scars you incur. Great Show!!

[@eldoradony]

Love that Hal Roach Studios intro!

[@myslash09]

Nice work ! You make it look easy

[@bigednycles]

Always knew you was cool,when I hear you say (mad expensive) new York swagger👍👍

[@bruceg1845]

you are a gladiator when it comes to a challenge!

[@assgrabberb]

This is a great vid! Why don't you just move to Texas, forget rust, open carry and live like a king?

[@SouthMainAuto]

+AssGrabber B open carry, no rust and a kingdom!? 2 questions, can you shoot trespassers at your will and when does winter start?

[@fthomas2096]

AssGrabber B - Open carry is for whose benefit? Yours or the the idiot that sticks a gun in your back and takes your?

[@jamesbascombe6869]

I use a trick that has helped me before. Get the manifold hot. Then spray the bolts with ice water. ( in a spray bottle. ) When my 5.4 warped an exhaust manifold.i replace them with headers. The flange was thicker than the stock manifolds.

[@MarkFox]

Loved the intro and the entire video. I just don't understand all the rust with so few miles, looks like it was parked in the dead sea for years.

[@jr540123]

Massive amounts of salt do this to vehicals, really and truely after a day of work with something like that up north a good solid bath every-time its used is in order. Otherwise its gonna eat her alive.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

@@jr540123 What kind of solid bath do you mean because I live in New Jersey and we get some harsh winters???

[@jr540123]

@@mercedesbenzs600bash Wash that bitch down, clean all the salt out you can and don't be afraid to get it oiled up by a shop, not that rubber shit just like an oil spray idk if they even do it anymore, but the main goal is wash the salt out of it at a car wash.

[@mikef8769]

Eric, you should do plugs on that engine to! I think you could easily make a 10 part cliff hanger!! lol Thanks, you have the best automotive channel on KZbin, Hands down!

[@ellkir1521]

Old timer taught me to use a helicoil along with a wax candle. The heat drays the wax in like solder and lubricates the threads far better then the JB. I was dubious at first but was amazed at the results.

[@ManicMechanic007]

Those flat rate guys in the south are are millionaires ... heard first on SMA.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+ManicMechanic007 true story!

[@a.n.d362]

Great vid, looking forward to part 2. The truck looks almost completely rusted out from underneath

[@SouthMainAuto]

+and mechanic getting close

[@2002flstci]

nice work. have a great thanksgiving!

[@jtoddk98]

Salt sucks, Down here in florida, We have 20y/o cars that still look new (If the paint is taken care of)

[@SouthMainAuto]

+jtoddk98 oh man it must be wonderful!

[@trannguyen5575]

Unfortunately the sun will bake your interior and crack the dash if you don't get tint and apply armor all religiously.

[@geojor]

good one, Eric, thank you ...

[@CVD-di1xn]

Gotta to love the heat wrench.

[@66mustang4]

Hello Eric enjoy the videos I own and operate a automotive repair and welding fabrication shop here in mass and I just saw the video for the manifold bolts I've done tons of them since we have the same weather I purchased a heating coil kit for this type of job and works great just there pretty cheap on eBay worth every penny thanks

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Christian Perez I actually have one. I bought the inductor years ago

[@sixpacksandsrts9122]

Friggin rites you did !!!! Your editing is getting awesome .... Look out Spielberg

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Jason Curry haha not really

[@Dcs-Brasil]

I see that in most of their videos in your area what most affects the car is rust. Here in Brazil where we live and more specifically São Paulo the cars here have many problems in the suspension. This is due to the streets in bad shape and many problems with fuel injectors and fuel pump due to the Brazilian fuel is very mixed with various chemicals such as solvents and ethanol. I do not remember if ever mentioned, but i also work as a mechanic just like you. Out of curiosity today I had to replace the head gasket of a Peugeot 207 and also had problems with the exhaust manifold, but it was much easier than his work in this video. Great video as always.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+marco77acv Cool :) I have never even seen a Peugeot 207, or even know what the heck that is lol

[@bensullivan]

Thumbs up for "classic reach-around move"

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Ben Sullivan Well it is a standard yet classic move ya know

[@malachy1847]

Hands of a Surgeon, What a Pity the truck wasn't Dry Garaged but left to rot outside with such low milage on same...

[@66mustang4]

Also thank for showing the coolant flush gun on one of your videos works great

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Christian Perez kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipvcfn-fpJJ5hdk Extreme Flushing!

[@aengmax]

Think you need to rename your title to Salt Main Auto.... Waiting for pt 2..

[@SouthMainAuto]

+aengmax HAHAHA!

[@JoeyLovesTrains]

Sound like you’re trying to say south main auto in an Indian accent

[@kellyt5056]

awesome job

[@JeffHazardous]

it should be noted that you shouldn't really use a torch on an aluminum block. As soon as it gets to a certain temperature you start to anneal it, and could run into problems later. Cant wait for the second part! great video

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Jeff Dooley (Hazardous86) I have done it thousands of times and have yet to have an issue, I think I will continue to do it too :)

[@JeffHazardous]

South Main Auto Repair I said noted, not practiced :P I haven't had an issue either, just a disclaimer :P

[@hawaiianf1504]

+Jeff Dooley (Hazardous86) - Is that another reach around? ;)

[@SouthMainAuto]

Oh haha see I can't read... I am sure most people busting out a torch on an old rotted out truck are far from concerned about softening the metal on their heads...

[@rauver6726]

I have 01 same thing. I put ruber close that opening by shock after replace some bolts

[@SteveRobReviews]

Ha love the intro, wow your RAMBO :)

[@travissk5036]

Great Content Thankyou!

[@fredrikaleksanderff3585]

Great video. i really hate Those bolts.

[@Tallguy203]

We work on stuff this rusty in Cleveland...........Hammer on the next size down socket or use the blue wrench.........I feel your pain. :(

[@SouthMainAuto]

+tony finch Ahhh music to my ears haha

[@risc19]

I think it would have been more humane to have this truck put down. Great video Eric.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+risc19 Soon enough it will be

[@boatwhiskers63]

Hats off to ya, I have not seen a rust bucket like that with less than 50K. he must run that thing at the salt flats drive home and park it for 10years.

[@markhal5411]

YOU are Amazing!

[@nutz4gunz457]

Dude you have by far the best auto repair channel on youtube. Heres how we're going to get you the 1,000,000 subscribers that you deserve. Step 1. Sell the Verus, buy a Barret .50 cal. Step 2. Buy the cheapest running car you can find on craigslist Step 3. Record shooting the engine while its running and upload the video. Step 4. Make it rain with all that youtube $.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+Nutz4Gunz45 HAha I actually have been looking at a .338 Lapua . I like to stock pile and be ready so when ISIS shows up it is a very bad day for them :) www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/110BA

[@nutz4gunz457]

+South Main Auto Repair That's one sweet looking rifle. .338 Lapua is a monster, they won't stand a chance.

[@tomh6779]

What does this guy do, drive in the salt and park it for six months? Sheez! The rust is amazing!

[@robertlee4172]

Cool, Scott Joplin.

[@reweydewy]

Eric is awsome

[@joetiller1031]

Why would a man worry about a exhaust leak with that rotted out truck just people.

[@4WDIESEL1]

nice videos, please keep making them as there is nothing like this on tv. just wanted to say that i have also been viewing schrodingers box, but don't like how he always needs to insult somebody mechanics or dealers. so i have subscribed to your site. No need for insults,

[@Sportsman883]

I like to build up the broken stud with a welder and then weld a nut on and it usually comes right out first try with the right cooling time. Plus as the stud comes out it fixes the threads, only works on aluminum heads though.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+D18351 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHXPnGp4YrWFd6M You may enjoy this one...

[@toyotatechMDT]

Nice intro!

[@notherestillnothing]

I live in arizona and have a 99 v10, although one manifold bolt has sheared off the rest still have factory paint on them.

[@ice44567]

Lol, so much effort for that damn splash shield. Also, its really interesting how much faster a vehicle will rust to nothing if it's sitting versus being out on the road...

[@SouthMainAuto]

+ice44567 Makes a huge difference actually!

[@tomchristman231]

Never thought to use a brazing tip to do cutting. Makes sense though, just add oxygen to the mix. Just like the cutting head. Learn something every time I watch SMA. Sorry about the boo boo. Try a wet teabag and tape. Works for me.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+tom christman Yep I use the brazing, welding tip all the time to cut

[@sixpacksandsrts9122]

Only driving tis thing a few thow a year. Must be storing it in Lake Erie . Man a little oil type spray works wonders when you buy a new vehicle. I do mine every year. And mine should of been rusted out years ago. I drive the dreaded tacoma frame around. Early 2000. Frame looks new

[@raykrv6a]

+Jason Curry I"m close enough to Canada to do it. There is a place in Thunder Bay. I wonder if they check for it at the border.

[@darrylschmidt704]

Hi Eric, I just finished one side of my V10. Your video is very helpful. Thank you. If you would, please let me know the brand and part number for your socket stud extractor. The bulky one I am using doesn't work as nice. Thanks, Darryl

[@johnmazza9432]

From my experience here in NJ, a vehicle that sits, rusts a lot more than one that is driven daily. Something about the high humidity in the summer we have here.

[@EarlFaulk]

I live in Akron Ohio just on the very edge of the snow belt and have never seen rust that bad....not even on my old 86 Accord

[@keithkennedy4859]

I think ford finally switched over to stainless manifold bolts in 08.. I have owned had 4 f series trucks and it either spark plug issues or this problem...otherwise reliable. great job eric..this takes patietnce.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+keith kennedy I have a set to do on one of those next week actually...

[@joeyf504327]

Wow, if only that guy went to the car wash it'd still be in great shape

[@nunyabiznes5792]

Oooooo. that converter is worth over $1100 on the scrap market in 2021. I just cut mine off and sold it since these trucks do not use an O2 sensor after the cat the PCM doesn't monitor the catalyst

[@nijoel]

my goodness, you did a great job with intro editing. it would have been perfect if you added the scratchy, vintage effect, if it is even possible. anyhow it had nice panning effect with the sweet ragtime theme. i got to say, you put in the extra effort to make that little intro and it was well done.

[@jdfinch1229]

Holy rusted junker batman!

[@shadowdog500]

You use that torch like a laser scalpel!!! When I saw the black and white I thought you were going to do an "Adventures with Bill" episode like the Red Green Show on a pain job. Chris

[@SouthMainAuto]

+shadowdog500 I can do minor surgery with it actually...

[@donnierobertson3088]

Second time watching 5/18/2020

[@shauno3697]

That silent movie intro was awesome. I had no idea you were Charlie Chaplin in your last life.

[@rock-oz7eg]

another great video SMA !! What's your opinion on that tiny Astro Onyx Impact 3/8 ? I was looking to buy one but should I go with the 1/2 version instead ? Thanks man

[@funkyole1125]

Let’s see you do manifolds on a old ford plow truck!!!!

[@ericcorse]

Looks like the guy likes to park in salt water.

[@joes.7536]

Well I'm from Michigan. And my wife's 2013 Ford escape with 52k miles is already showing signs of rust. Above the back wheels, and around the handle on the rear hatch. It's getting replaced by an Audi Q5. Sick of Rusty domestic junk.

[@zexelM]

Bmw uses inconel bolts on manifolds, exhaust flanges and such, they're quite rust and heat resistant. Downside is they cost $27 per bolt.

[@krugerblue]

Dammmmmm - what a rust bucket :)

[@01ps]

Very happy I don't have to do this job in the rust belt.

[@Aceoffroad4x4]

Wow. 11 yr old truck with 30k miles. That's a real GEM

[@moparnutalways]

They use mag-chloride on the roads out here in MT. It sucks, but no where near as bad as what you're dealing with! I feel for ya! Road salt sucks

[@ItsAlwaysRusty]

Great start to the video. Something different.. Thought it was a diesel when you drove it in. Sounded pretty bad. Shame such a low mile truck is not driven enough to keep the corrosion away..Take Care

[@SouthMainAuto]

+ItsAlwaysRusty Yeah unfortunately when they sit this happens

[@RealCadde]

I must say, the best intro i've seen so far! Please do more of those kinds of intros. I especially like the camera angle as you drove into the shop. EDIT: If you do it again, please put a strong light with the camera to shine on the undercarriage.

[@upallnight888]

Cue the Star War Music when the truck runs over the camera. With all that smoke coming out of the exhaust Iexpected Darth Vader to appear.

[@cmcc5063]

Eric, would you employ a similar method in removing broken studs from a 460 Ford with cast iron heads? Any additional advice for dealing with the cast iron heads?

[@Doglover123-b8d]

I can not believe all the rust on that truck. it's EVERYWHERE!!!!!

[@DaveSender66]

Love the intro. Damn cowboy don't you believe in wearing Welding leathers ? A nice pair of heliarc welding gloves wouldn't be a bad investment. Bacitracin works the best for burns. Love the idea with the brazing tip!!!!!!! Good stuff on this channel.

[@SouthMainAuto]

+DaveSender66 Just go at it raw dog :)

[@al-ameenmohammed2320]

8:35 burn baby burn!!!!

[@nmattcar]

I think the only thing I could think of is that the imports use a finer thread?? stronger bolts? so that they can resist rust.