How To Remove Broken Exhaust Manifold bolts. Dodge Hemi exhaust manifold leak DIY repair.

This applies to all dodge ram 2010 through 2018 with broken exhaust manifolds studs. This can be done by anybody but it does take a lot of patience. And doing so it will save you a ton of money in the long run but if not done right this can mess up your cylinder heads if not drilled out properly.
Tools used:
10mm socket
13mm socket
18mm socket
1/4 & 3/8 ratchet with various extensions.
Jack & jack stands
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[@benisplayin]

As an old tool and die maker I particularly liked the left handed drill bit. I used to make them from drill blanks as needed. Very nice touch.Most people are not aware that you can buy a set of left handed bits. I have my truck in the shop with its 4th repair of this problem. I have heard that some after market headers will solve the repeated repair as they will not warp and snap the studs.

[@thegoodearth7]

Dodge really seems to be making a name for themselves with the frequency of this particular problem on some of their trucks. Excellent video and well-produced! Subscribed.

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks for the support! 👍

[@anarchistangler]

The bolts are so tiny. No wonder. Chev use more appropriately chunky ones.

[@Cheerum]

Same on Fords.

[@Wootangtw]

@@anarchistangler yeah you would think the bolt stud part would be at least a 3/8 or so…

[@destinhook3826]

Fords and Chevys have the exact same issue, it’s all of them.

[@f14tomcataocretired95]

I realize I am 4yrs late seeing this. Fwd drilling then left bit out. OUSTANDING! Super video, excellent documentation and explaination. My ram bout to turn 100,000 miles old and got the exhaust leak ticking. Next weekend is my turn. Thanks for shareiing and have a great Navy Day!!

[@eriksmytouch]

Best diy for hemi ram manifold stud removal, was debating upgrading my headers but I will definitely be doing it after watching this video...great job!!

[@JJBanuelos]

Appreciate it! Yeah it’s not that tough to do just have to take your time & not rush it.

[@Blitzem2787]

Dude, thank you so much this is gold for me. I have a 14 ram 1500 bought used and found out it had the factory air suspension (Didn't know air suspension in a truck was a thing). Ripped that crap out entirely and replaced with mechanical suspension and while I was under there my exhaust manifolds caught my eye and I stared at them for about 10 seconds...took a deep breath and kept working on my suspension. Almost sure I'm going to have to do exactly this. Thanks again!

[@JJBanuelos]

No problem. Good luck man & congrats on the new ride!

[@facepalmdaily4404]

My buddy took his Ram in and they quoted him $649 to change the manifold bolts. He told them where to stick that quote and called me. I told him to come by that weekend with a case of beer and an hour to kill. Saved him $600 and got a good buzz out of it. win/win.

[@JJBanuelos]

Hell yeah that’s how it’s done 🍻

[@facepalmdaily4404]

@@JJBanuelos I do wish I'd watched this video before the repair, though. There's some great advice here that would have given me more time to sit back and enjoy the beer. Haha. Cheers.

[@tonygarcia7855]

Great video, I did the passenger side six months ago and fixing to do the driver side next week. I used this video to help me do the passenger side and now I just reviewed so yhay i can start on my driver side. I have a 2012 Ram 1500. Thanks for the video.

[@ivaanzito]

Yes!!! Nice video! I did my passenger side but never had a chance to do the driver side and I ran into this video and now I see how you did the driver side. I’m going to try and do my driver side soon. Thanks for the info 👍🏼

[@tomstansberry6897]

Nice video saved me a ton of time and worked like magic. Extracted three bolts in about 10 minutes. Reading come of the comments below I agree the warped manifold should be replaced or re surfaced. However, the new manifold is going to do what it does and warp. Also do does not delete the Heat shield. This is to protect the valve cover and just above that the spark plug coils. Finally, if you did not use the torque sequence for future reference, start middle and work in a clockwise pattern inner bolts first then outer bolts.

[@gordbaker896]

Great job. Always use a straight edge across the Manifold ports to check for warpage which puts added stress on the bolt heads. There is a specific tightening sequence for the bolts and the torque setting is 18 Foot pounds!

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks for the tip & info 👊🏼

[@babylove-qh9qu]

Trying to find the sequence , I found the torque set, but not the sequence

[@gordbaker896]

@@babylove-qh9qu I am not sure where I got the Sequence. Likely would be in Service Manual or ask a Dealer.

[@Cybertruck1977]

I used a mig welder to tack on a 5/16 nut. Worked very well even on the bolt that was broken ~1/4" below the surface of the cylinder head. I was afraid it might damage the aluminum threads, but it didn't. I just hit it a couple times with the welder just until the nut was tacked on and then carefully turned it out, turning back in a bit if it started to bind. I was amazed how easily they came out. I had been dreading that part and couldn't get my drill to line up to drill it out without buying a right angle drill.

[@destinhook3826]

I’ve tried welding a nut and I literally can’t get the weld to stick

[@jimnolimit]

I recommend stuffing a rag in the exhaust port while drilling out the broken studs to keep debris out. Good job overall.👍

[@dragonlips2005]

Nice video with a great use of the proper tools. I would advise against putting the old manifolds back on. If you take a straight edge to them, you'll see they are warped badly, which causes the bolts to break and the leaks to start in the first place. Unless you can flat mill the entire engine block side of the manifold, you're really only setting yourself up for having to do the job again. Dorman manifolds are $80. Good insurance.

[@JJBanuelos]

Nice thanks for the tip.

[@dazzargilmour]

I took mine to a machinist who flattened them out for cheap in his garage shop. Said they were very warped. Which IMO is better than buying new because the heat cycles that caused the warping in the first place has already taken place and shouldn't happen again after machining.

[@bryanmcgovern7858]

I was so excited when I saw this video and how easy the broken bolt came out with the reverse drill bit I bought the exact same set on Amazon but didn't have the same luck and wound up having a friend weld a nut to the stud and it came right out. Great video though.

[@stevenbowles2068]

that reverse drill bit was the SHEIT!😯👌🏾🙌🏾

[@cliffordgoodnight3030]

Great video, ordered all the tools to include the spring loaded center punch, nuts and bolts... gaskets... thank you, convinced me to do it myself.

[@JJBanuelos]

Awesome! Thanks for watching. Good luck & take your time. Seen to many people mess it up by rushing it.

[@brandonbrady3423]

Definitely made that look easier than what I've been struggling with to do with mine. Thanks for the great info and tools you used

[@louisejoyes]

Weather for elora on

[@louisejoyes]

Glue for patches

[@louisejoyes]

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[@ethanbrazile6934]

Mk

[@Pro1er]

Excellent camera work! Yes, the 4.7 has the same problem. I'm really surprised that Chrysler wasn't in a class action law suit because this problem went on for several years. At the very least there should have been a recall due to the potential of exhaust gases getting into the cabin. If you have a broken stud before beginning the job there is a good chance that the manifold is warped. You can check it with a straight edge and if you're really good with a file you can true it up or you can take it to a machine shop or just buy a new one.

[@Tubber8388]

Man . Ive got an 03 gen 3 1500. Mad at myself for not even thinking about the manifold bolts and the ticking . Thanks homie, now I won't sound like a clock from 1956 while I haul.

[@EvanLightner304]

Man I hope mine goes this smooth. Got parts ordered today

[@ladiesman1ate7]

Excellent camera work bro. Good stuff

[@JJBanuelos]

Appreciate it! Don’t forget to subscribe! Thanks for the support!

[@JJBanuelos]

Appreciate it! Don’t forget to subscribe! Thanks for the support!

[@workernori]

Good Job Dude!! Glad you are out there to STICK it too those crooks that charge outrageous prices to do vehicle repairs.

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks 👍

[@badassforever1]

I keep seeing everyone posting in the comments about this, once you pull the manifolds off, send them out to be machined. The heat causes them to warp and that is what breaks the bolts. Once they have been heat cycled they will no longer warp. Get them machined and they will not leak again. I see people replace them with brand new manifolds and a year later they leak again. This is a cast iron manifold with an aluminum head. They expand and contract and different rates.

[@oscarmoutonjr869]

I love you my brother, this video save me $1500 at least just for parts

[@davidgordon689]

Thank you so much for this video! My noise was behind the glove box and the guy I bought the truck from said it was the accuator, but after replacing this one behind the glove box and still hearing the noise I couldn't figure out, but here your video and sure enough. Same sound and everything. Now, off to follow your video and do my own work :). Prayers requested, new to working on my own vehicles. Thank you again!

[@davidgordon689]

Oh, and mine is a 4.7 and it does it too.

[@JJBanuelos]

Nice. Definitely take your time & make sure you drill in the center can’t emphasize that enough. Thanks for watching & good luck.

[@davidgordon689]

@@JJBanuelos I will take your advice. Thank you!

[@davidgordon689]

Hey, tool your advice, but got a little blessed. All of mine came out, but one was broken. Got the tool you recommended and got it extracted. One thing I have to say about the 4.7 is that the exhaust manifold and gasket is different from this one, but the studs and screws are the same. Lol, I went to the auto parts store and they didn’t show any studs or screws for the 4.7, but I asked to see the ones for the 5.3 and they were an exact fit. Looked on a Dodge forum and they confirmed the studs and screws are the same across the different engines, however, the gasket screws, manifold and manifold gaskets are different. Again, thanks for the video. Helped me out a ton!!! God Bless

[@brucefoster8084]

Great video. Youa answered all my questions, I have most of the tools. I won't hesitate to do it myself and save a thousand bucks.

[@JJBanuelos]

Right on 🍻

[@djhinrg]

Thanks for the video. My struggles was the number 7 bolt. No rooms to fit my drill (all I had that day) so I was being extra careful to center it. After 2 broken titanium lefthand screws, from a $90 set, I managed to get it out. Big plus to the Bolt and Stud Extractor Tool!

[@michaelmorgan7238]

Hey thanks man not the most mechanically inclined. Seeing you whip it out may have gave me the push to get her done, I’m gunna throw some bbk wrapped header at it tho. Thanks again!

[@djbruha70]

I'm getting everything you listed lol. thank you for your video. you just got one more subscriber from me!

[@danweaver345]

Great video, thank you! I just got done doing my 2005 4.7L on a Durango. Driver's side, 3 were broken, one I broke twisting it off. Both front ones and both rear ones were broke. Two I could drill and get extracted. The other two I had to weld nuts on (one of these the drill bit broke off in).

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks appreciate the support! Yeah these can be a bitch! Slow & steady wins the race.

[@christopherboyette6058]

How did you get one out the broke off

[@danweaver345]

@@christopherboyette6058 I welded a nut to it with a mig welder. The heat from welding helped break it loose. I did have to try over and over like 4 times. I finally ground it smooth and clean and got a good bead on it. Then it took and turned out.

[@TJTodd604]

Great video. My passenger rear just broke this week. You make it look so easy.

[@JJBanuelos]

Appreciate it, I guess I’ve had enough practice. But having great tools make the job easier

[@MrVincinzo]

How many miles u got on it?..took mine in for oil change and they told me passenger side bolt broke with 49k miles on a 2016...makes me wana get rid of it

[@Georgia4Low]

Impressed you got a drill in that area on the driver side. Got my driver side off today and spent a few hrs with a cordless and 90 degree air drill with zero progress. Going to weld a nut onto the flush broken off stud in the morning.

[@JJBanuelos]

Yeah drivers side is pretty crammed area. Welding a nut should make it come out pretty quick

[@Georgia4Low]

@@JJBanuelos I hope so.

[@Mackahroney]

Its crazy how an exhaust leak can cause ticking. Awesome video

[@JJBanuelos]

Right! Some people would mistake it for engine lifter tap. Thanks for watching

[@kevinmartin7760]

@@JJBanuelos I thought at first I had a stuck valve lifter, except that as time went on the noise got worse, the noise didn't go away when the engine warmed up, and the noise was louder when the engine was working harder. These all indicate an exhaust leak and not a valve lifter.

[@godfaddah3533]

Great DIY video. I'm ready to pull my manifolds and put in new headers this month. Thanks!

[@JJBanuelos]

Awesome good luck!! 👍

[@raybates3119]

Love the old three wheeler in the garage. Used to race those back in the day.

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks. Yeah the three wheeler is a blast to ride!

[@jordanlipinski4509]

Should probably stuff the exhaust runner to prevent metal shavings falling in your engine

[@cesarcamacho5244]

Good stuff! Thanks for the time to make this happen.

[@kevinwalczak469]

Awesome video ..however it is extremely important to show viewers the reinstall of the heads with the proper torque sequence and correct torque pounds on the bolts. If this steep is not performed correctly it could result in additional broken bolts...and possible warping of the manifold.

[@davidhagerman132]

That’s not the point of the video

[@djhinrg]

The torque patterns I got from another video. I did some researches before this diy. Saved me huge mechanic fee@

[@mikeries8549]

One would assume that a professional engine assembler at Dodge or Ram would install the manifolds properly where the bolts don't break yet here we are. Nice try Einstein. It's just prone to warping and breaking bolts or there wouldn't be so many video about it.

[@chrismiller8597]

Damn wish you was around my area! Shoot!!

[@misterfixit08402]

Very good video, normally use pretty much same approach with pilot hole w very sharp or new HSS or titanium after center punch then left hand bit, looks like driver lower would have pulled right out but got caught on metal/drill debris, always like to blow out holes with air and pack something in ports to keep anything out but very good and informative, you know how it is in shop world when being bombarded with customers or phone and getting pulled away.

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks for the feedback. Yes normally I’d just weld a nut & take the stud out but not everyone has access to a welder so thought I’d show them a different route. Thanks again! 👍

[@robeggers8465]

Thank you. Great video! Now I'm going to tackle mine!

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks & good luck! 👍

[@keith4075]

Awesome video man thanks I have a 11 sounds like that and I can’t wait to fix it. Thanks again.

[@JJBanuelos]

Cool! Glad this video helps. Remember to drill down the center of the stud very crucial.

[@100amps]

Nice job. The camera must have made it twice as hard to work on. I'd have just used vice grips where you tried the pliers on the exposed stud. But you gotter done.

[@adams6223]

Great video, man. You've almost got me believing I can do this myself, and then I remember I own zero of those tools. Ha. Seriously though, video was awesome!

[@JJBanuelos]

😂 appreciate it! Yeah the tools really are really what makes the job easy. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@alexgrech4420]

I kind of wish you put rags in the exhaust holes

[@miked9104]

Very nice video and very informative for me as I recently purchased a 2014 RAM 2500 with the Hemi and a strange noise to go with it...my issue might be an exhaust leak somewhere further down though. More of a chirp/whistling under load. Hard to tell. Nothing at idle when in Park.

[@jserna852]

Bought my truck from carmax, the tech drilled through the cylinder head and didn't tell anyone. Then the Dodge tick was within warranty and took my truck to dealership. When working on removing manifold they found the carmax tech little secret hole into cylinder head. Can't believe the integrity of or lack of people. While dealership is working on my truck, Carmax did want to pay for a rental.

[@JJBanuelos]

Yeah not going to lie I’ve seen people hack this up & then try to cover it up. Definitely not for everyone to attempt. Very easy to mess it up then have to have the head replaced. Good thing it was still under warranty. Thanks for watching

[@johnbrinkley1440]

We need to sue Ram because this shit happens to often I know all trucks have issues but this has been going on for years they need to redesign there crap manifolds , those replacement bolts will break again you have to replace the manifold because it’s wrapped and you have to mill it flat the grinding might help but you have to either replace the old ones or machine the old ones flat

[@jontorrie2212]

yes, the 4.7 also has the exhaust manifold issue. I had this problem on my old Dakota.

[@Nick-nm8om]

I had a 2015 5.7 ram within 3 years broke some bolts got them fixed, unfortunately got totaled. I bought a 2020 first thing when brought it home I changed all the exhaust bolts one at a time with ARP's stainless steel bolts. Anyone who's got a 🐏 do your self a favor and replace them asap . The bolts are cheap $ and a 100 times better than factory ones

[@rickietatman3081]

Great content!!! By far the best video for this issue. Thanks for your time and work in this video. I’m sure your buddy was aesthetic.

[@JJBanuelos]

Thank you. Yes he was definitely happy I helped him out. Now I hope this helps out many others.

[@EliteStricker]

Every truck has issues Had a buddy who had to replace his lifters on his chevy, one went out and chevy recommends replacing all of them

[@hectorharrynarine7480]

Great job well done many blessings

[@RickySlatton]

Do you have a link for the extractor that was used after drilling the hole?

[@kingchihuas1]

Can this same work be done on a 2019 ram 1500 notice you’re description says applies to all dodge ram 2010 through 2018?

[@unratitoconalfredo8019]

Thanks for sharing bro!!God bless! I have the same issue however I don’t have all the tools to be able to do it my self. I did learn a lot though thanks!

[@JJBanuelos]

🍻

[@stevenorcutt3913]

Cool video thanks getting ready to do my 04 ram today.

[@WhiteZ50Won]

Another trick you can try if the stud is exposed you can tighten the drill directly onto the stud and back it out that way.

[@JJBanuelos]

Nice that’s a good way.

[@babylove-qh9qu]

Genius

[@tycartier9594]

Gotta love a good tool set! Well done!

[@bigwags52]

Love the video. You have to plane or replace the manifolds or it will just do it again but quicker.

[@JJBanuelos]

I would recommend just replacing them. Sometimes they crack & wrap beyond repair

[@kevmeister3063]

What a killer job!! Thank you for the video

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks bro!

[@leeeverhart1000]

Nice ATC250R in the corner! Got an 85 T3 myself!

[@dtread9543]

If you do the job with the engine hot usually you can get away with welding a nut to the broken bolt and spinning it out without drilling.

[@cruzzindodge]

If you have a welder... all you have to do is hold a nut up to the broken stud and tack the nut to the broken stud and then simply remove it... only works on aluminum heads which all the hemi's have

[@JJBanuelos]

Yup that’s normally what I do.

[@Tootall7]

I had this happen today on my 2004 Durango I am decent with tools never worked on engines this deep should I do this myself or bring it in

[@JJBanuelos]

I would prob just bring it in, if you don’t have that much experience. Things can go from bad to really bad really quick & bring the price of repairs up even higher

[@Tootall7]

Okay found out It was the idler pulley the bearing was melted and broken. Two pulleys needed replacing and air filter !

[@CC-gf3nt]

Should have just put the shorty headers on. Great header for street use. Cold air intake and a PCM piggyback tuner, his NEW truck will love him...even more.

[@JJBanuelos]

I’m sure it wakes these hemi’s up

[@jackiehall8630]

4.7 also My 06 4.7 has 2 manifold bolts broke. Only noticable when engine I cold. Winter project.

[@JJBanuelos]

Yea definitely too hot if a job to tackle in the summer days! Good luck

[@1v7Eddiemw4]

Witch reverse bit did you use how far did u drill with the first bit like 1/4 deep in then use the other one??

[@fly7881]

Great video everybody Don’t have a Welding Machine around the House 🏡 Thank you

[@JJBanuelos]

Appreciate it

[@hemilifeornolife567]

Great video bro you made that looks so easy I have to do mines but I have a 2018 ram 1500 the dealer said they will do it for free so I’m not sure if I just want to do it or just take it to the dealer 👍🏻👏 i’ll make sure to get me a new set of nuts lol 😂

[@scottthomas5996]

How did you get the drill to fit in there to drill straight? Working on mine today and can't even fit my 1/4 inch DeWalt impact on there with bit in it. Bought a right angle adapter,but kept breaking bits.

[@gilbertoriverajr8234]

Great video! So Im doing everything as you did here, but my drill isn't working nearly as fast (or good) as yours is? Is a normal small home repair drill enough? do I need a top grade drill such as snap on? Your advice and guidance would be greatly appreciated.

[@JJBanuelos]

Yea a normal drill will work. If you have a right angle drill they will work better in your favor as they take up much less space. Let me know if you need more info. Getting center of the stud is the most crucial part of the whole process

[@gilbertoriverajr8234]

Trailblazer Films Thank you very much for your response. Out of 5 broken bolts, I have only gotten 1 out successfully. This isn’t the easiest of jobs. Nonetheless, you did a very good job walking your viewers through the process. It definitely gave me the courage to tackle the job. Thanks again.

[@jimjensen1096]

Nice job, great video. I have a 2015 Durango with the 5.7 hemi, similar problem. Copied the gasket/bolt numbers you have but amazon says the bolts do not fit my truck. I would think they are the same hardware, no?

[@JJBanuelos]

Yeah it’s the same man no difference. Amazon has a tendency to say some items don’t fit some make & models when they do. Thanks for watching & the support. Please make sure to subscribe!

[@guanobucks]

Dealer told me the headers usually need to be replaced as they will be warped, I hope they are relatively flat but will try your trick to sand them thanks

[@JJBanuelos]

Never seen or heard these headers warped on these trucks. If anything maybe they would crack before they warped. Hope to sanding works for you. Thanks for watching.

[@mikeshine7608]

I just bought new headers cause the video I saw on how to fix a leaking exhaust manifold the guy put a straight edge across his and it was warped a good 1/8”

[@gohogs2277]

Sounds like something a dealer would say

[@kev1451]

Those bolts that broke came out very easy and were not rusted in much. Be warned people you are very lucky if you can remove a broken manifold bolts this easy. The job can become a night mate if you drill wrong or snap an extractor. Use a pro trust me!

[@JJBanuelos]

This is true a broken extractor will make life hell & making sure to drill down the center is very crucial. There are water jackets around these exhaust ports.

[@joseph-k4e]

Applause was hilarious

[@silverFoxx90]

Amazing work! I feel comfortable doing mine now! Just notice that same sound on my 2008 ram and notice the heat shield loose felt the broken bolts. What did you mean by switching to left hand drill

[@iron-iw2ij]

Good video brother helped me out a lot

[@patrickb6938]

Just found this video, excellent content! I need to do this on my 2012 Grand Cherokee, any thoughts before I jump in? Seems like it would be about the same

[@JJBanuelos]

The concept should be the same but not sure bout how much room there is between manifolds & wheel well to stick a drill in there.

[@rezorekt]

I applaud your effort sir.

[@JJBanuelos]

🙏🏻

[@joshuamoore24_7]

Those leaks spots when you had the exhaust manifolds off revealed crispy white valve stems.

[@yellowjacket3840]

My 4.7 Has the manifold bolt issue on the passenger side Im going to try and do it myself but the 4.7 and 5.7s all do this

[@yellowjacket3840]

the issue is for 2006 to 2012 with 4.7 and 5.7s the bolts in the manifolds are too small to support the cold to hot and hot to cold cycles

[@6string327]

exact same thing happened on my 5.7 hemi 2004 model, both bolts both sides. But mine nneded a nut welded on the head to remove them. They were rusted in with thread locker. One bolt took 7 hrs to remove.

[@JJBanuelos]

Yea unfortunately sometimes it comes down to welding a nut to the end of the broken stud. Wow 7hrs! That’s crazy but I’ve seen some take that long also. Thanks for watching

[@DingotheGringo]

If I have a exhaust manifold leak on my passenger side can I just replace the bolts, or do I need to buy the whole manifold kit?

[@JJBanuelos]

Just the bolts. Don’t worry these headers are rarely cracked or warped. 99% of the time it’s the bolt bolt(s)

[@onlyl5344]

Jj . If you saying only the bolts in manifold ,why you changed the gasket then ?

[@DJCuhhhstin956]

bro that bolt was already loose, you could see the drill bit actually tightening it at @7:40, im willing to bet if you had tried it in reverse it would have backed right out

[@jorvanrik3226]

Great video, I may just attempt this myself

[@jaimezapien4897]

Do u have to replace the manifolds or can u just take the bolts off and replace with new bolts and put the old manifold back on

[@JJBanuelos]

You can just replace old bolts & keep same manifolds just as long as they are not cracked or warp.

[@chasemanhattan220]

If you can manage to get some sort of file you can go straight across and use a flathead screwdriver. Have done it before.

[@JJBanuelos]

That’s a good ideas also 👍🏻

[@IH8CA]

Great video, thank you!!! So are these breaking again after replacement?

[@Destin4Life]

Sweet video

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks!

[@HollywoodProductionz]

What is that small hole on the passenger top right? Does I need to be covered for long tube headers?

[@cetubuth7461]

drilling takes forever, weld a nut to the broken stud and unscrew off, you'll be done in a few mins

[@gamblingoose]

Awesome video - that sound... I know it well. What happens if this goes "unfixed" for a while - is there permanent engine damage being caused?

[@joshuamoore24_7]

I checked on the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 5.7 I own and the srivers side the heat shield loose and broken exhaust bolt is stuck in it. I wish Hemi's would come with thicker exhaust bolts like older V8 engines. At least I can probably get the broken out with vice grips.

[@porridge4221]

Is it safe to clean the mating surface with sandpaper, due to them being aluminum?

[@JJBanuelos]

Yeah it’s okay I wouldn’t go to crazy but getting some of the old gasket & junk off the flat surfaces shouldn’t harm anything. I’d use it by hand & not a drill to be safe

[@josesantana561]

Great video! Dont see a link for the center punch.

[@JJBanuelos]

Sorry bout that. I can send you a link for one if you already haven’t purchased one.

[@josesantana561]

@@JJBanuelos That'd be great if you could. Also the left handed drill bit. Was that a carbide drill bit as well?

[@richeyrich2203]

At 8:26 hes lucky the bit didn't snap off at that point. It could have gone wrong, but it thankfully went well.

[@JJBanuelos]

True if the drill bit breaks then that’s a whole different story. I like to go slow & always use new drill bit for these situations

[@robertwhite865]

Use a slow rpm and heavy forward pressure with a left hand drill. You want the drill to grab and dig in, not peel out chips.

[@JJBanuelos]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Mankilla19145]

I pay u to do mine let me know

[@JoshStreetDesign]

Every time I've used slow speed with pressure on metal like this the bit ALWAYS snaps. I have found when starting faster they rarely break. Just my 2 cents.

[@brianpresto1446]

Well I’m trying to fix this issue on my Charger Pursuit and having all sorts of issues manifold flange bolts broke off and I’m pretty sure I have a broken bolt stuck in the head on the passenger side rear on the bottom side. The problem with the Charger is you can’t take the inner fender off since it’s all metal to access like on the Rams. Also the main reason these bolts break like this is from the manifolds warping. I’m going to be putting shorty headers on when I finally get everything ready for them but I may end of having to pull the heads if I can’t see what the heck I’m doing when I go to extract broken bolts. Any recommendations?

[@desertdog01]

If you leave the manifold on can the drilling be done.With longer bits???

[@JJBanuelos]

Not a good idea as you won’t be able to know if your drill down the center. It honestly might make it even more difficult.

[@Donnythelatemodeltech]

Good repair