2tr-fe: pulling exhaust manifold studs

I put the LCE header on my 2tr-fe and drove it for a coupla hundred miles before getting back under the hood to re-torque all the nuts.

One of the studs stripped out and either needs to be replaced or have the threads re-cut.

I keep hearing that the stud should come out pretty easy with the E socket end, and I did put some penetrating oil on the base when I installed the header, but I’m wondering if any one has experience they can share doing this. Last thing I want to do is break the stud or strip the threads in the block.

 

Never mind. It was a piece of cake with the right tool.

 

LS1 ARP studs work on the 2TR if you’re looking to upgrade

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/bassackwards-awd-turbo-2tr-fe.492123/page-149#post-25975776

 

No thanks. I bought OEM studs and nuts from the dealership here in town. Worked great!

 

oh my