How to Remove Broken Exhaust Manifold Bolts or Studs
With a loud snap, your day turns into a nightmare. You are just trying to swap out a bad gasket, but now you have a piece of metal stuck in the engine block. It feels like the end of the…
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Is Replacing an Exhaust Manifold Worth the Cost
Who has not stared at a smoking engine block with a pit in their stomach? It happens to the best of us, and finding a crack in your manifold is never a cheap surprise. You might wonder if the repair…
When Should You Replace Your Exhaust Manifold
Since the day I started fixing my own cars, I learned that strange noises under the hood usually mean trouble. A ticking sound near the engine often points to a cracked manifold, which is a real headache. You might think…
How Long Does It Take to Replace an Exhaust Manifold
You might think fixing a loud car is just a weekend project. You pop the hood, look at those rusty bolts, and suddenly realize you are in over your head. I have been there, grease on my face and a…
How to Inspect an Exhaust Manifold for Damage
As we start talking about car repairs, you might notice your engine sounds different. Maybe it makes a loud ticking noise, or you smell gas inside the cabin while driving. These are common signs of a leak in the exhaust…
Step by Step Guide to Installing an Exhaust Manifold
When you hear a loud ticking sound from your engine, you might have a cracked manifold. It sounds like a lawnmower, it smells like raw gas, and it makes driving miserable. I have been there plenty of times. Most mechanics…
How to Remove and Replace an Exhaust Manifold
Each time you hear that loud ticking sound near your engine, your heart probably sinks. I know that feeling well, and it usually means your exhaust system has a leak. Dealing with a busted manifold is a headache, but you…
Exhaust Manifold Vs Catalytic Converter: What’s the Difference
Whether you hear a loud roar under your hood or notice a bad smell in your cabin, your exhaust system is trying to tell you something. It is easy to confuse the parts involved, but knowing the difference keeps you…
Where is the Exhaust Manifold Located on Your Engine
Some folks think working on an engine is a dark art reserved for pros, but it is just nuts, bolts, and patience. I learned this when my car started making a loud ticking noise that would not quit. I had…
What is an Exhaust Manifold and What Does It Do
The first time I heard a ticking sound under my hood, I thought my engine was going to blow. It was just a cracked exhaust manifold. Most folks ignore these parts until they start smelling fumes inside the cabin. I…