I was going to replace the water pump today as it started rattling, so I tried to undo the studs and got them all out but one which has sheared off of course its one of the long ones that goes to the block.it broke about two inches in,question is can I get a seal on the pump using the remaining bolts or do I have to drill said stud out and how much do I have to take off to get to it
andrewblueboy
Active Member
if you got access to a welder could you not weld a nut to the stud. dont try the easy out extractors as they know for snapping. if you are attempting to drill use a left hand drill bit. plenty infor on here
disco 1 harrogate
Member
I couldn't get my bottom one off , ended cutting end off ......used some gasket sealant when refitting. Been fine since ( 6 mths)
Bemmy
Active Member
Wickenuk,
i did the same as disco harrogate, still going strong after a year, just use a good sealant and give the bolts at the bottom an extra nip.
Planning to strip mine in summer and replace all bolts that secure the mount to the engine, will use a stud extractor + heat toremove the critter.
Paul
i did the same as disco harrogate, still going strong after a year, just use a good sealant and give the bolts at the bottom an extra nip.
Planning to strip mine in summer and replace all bolts that secure the mount to the engine, will use a stud extractor + heat toremove the critter.
Paul
blackhadder
New Member
Just make sure you use v. good sealant. And don't forget to keep an eye on the P gasket.
