Ellis Kinney
Well-known Member
Well I changed my mind on replacing the manifold. Thought I would try this first. The threads were almost smooth and I figured they were ruined. I started with a tiny punch and a hammer tapping on the threads and the carbon buildup began to chip off. I spent about five hours going around in circles and wound up with very acceptable threads. I bought a long pipe nipple and cut it in half. I sawed vertically down the threads every 45 degrees and used it like a pipe tap, slightly bending the threads in a little so it would start more easily. I ran it in and out quite a few times and cleaned the threads. I bought a small container of JB Weld extreme heat epoxy and used it for pipe dope. Pipe is installed in the manifold and tightened up well. 24 hours til the epoxy cures. Express your opinions! Thanks, Ellis
