Exhausted

[46HARLEY]

The cross over exhaust pipe has, seen better days. I almost think it is 1946 original. The bolts are in bad shape. What’s your go to plan for exhaust bolts ?
I have done many before and have not always had the best of luck. Hoping to not have to remove manifolds, that looks just as sketchy. Looks like I’m keeping it.
Thanks Larry

 

[Tim Ayers]

Larry,

Heat, heat and more heat. If you are willing to purchase a tool, I can't recommend an induction heat tool enough. This tool works so good, my torches look upon it in envy.

I bought the Bolt Buster brand.

Here is their website:
https://boltbusterinc.com/shop/

 

[petehoovie]

Larry,

Heat, heat and more heat. If you are willing to purchase a tool, I can't recommend an induction heat tool enough. This tool works so good, my torches look upon it in envy.

I bought the Bolt Buster brand.

Here is their website:
https://boltbusterinc.com/shop/

https://boltbusterinc.com/product/bolt-buster-ii-heat-induction-with-advanced-coil-kit/

 

[38 coupe]

The last time I had to do this I had replacement manifolds on hand, and new exhaust hardware with brass nuts for the manifold to pipe attachment (all available from Third Gen Auto).