exhaust manifold attachment

[Joseph byers]

Threads in aluminum 2L cylinder head for attaching exhaust manifold have been stripped. Is there a jig that can be used for installation of helicoils or inserts with head in place or must the head be removed? 1980 TR7.

[Beans]

Access is limited to use a tap ...



for the recoil ...



But you could always remove the lower engine mount and cant the engine over a little.
Careful you secure/support it properly and don't overstretch othe rtwo mounts/cables/hoses.

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