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Re: Removing head studs -- advice needed.

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Subject: Re: Removing head studs -- advice needed.
From: Charles & Peggy Robinson <ccrobins@ktc.com>
Date: Sun, 21 Sep 2003 19:18:53 -0500
Don't heat the studs, heat the block area near them.  But first soak them
at least overnight in penetrating oil.  If you can't find a stud remover
tool, jam two head nuts together and use a wrench on the lower nut.

    BTW, why do you want them out?

     Cheers,

      CR

Simon Matthews wrote:
 > I have jsut removed my 57 MGA's head because of a significant water
 > leak. Now, to remove the studs. They appear to be stuck in  position.
 > Before I start applying force and break them off, can someone tell me
 > the best way to loosen them?
 >
 > Heat? If so, how much: propane or MAPP? SHould I get them hot enough to
 > glow? Near the block?
 >
 > All advice warmly welcomed!
 >
 > Simon
 >
 > _________________________________________________________________




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