Missing exhaust manifold stud, what can I use to temp. improvise?

[white_dsm]

wondering what size bolt I can use to fill the hole in the manifold?

I'll get exhaust studs soon but need a quick temp fix.

 

[viperlp01]

Just saying it is possible that the prior bolt snapped off and is in the block. It is not a huge deal to have one missing. I have had a broken stud since i bought the car. Just havent had the time and patience the take out that one and every other one i break when i take the manifold off.

 

[white_dsm]

It's not broken it's completeley missing. I see what your saying but I'd hate chance exhaust leaks. It's in the far right, the top one.

 

[winterftbl]

I had the same problem with the top right one, what I used was copper rtv spray. Worked perfectly and still holding strong.

 

[probegonedsm]

autozone has the 12 mm bolts you can put in there to replace the stud.

 

[white_dsm]

Thanks y'all.

 

[viterbi]

Was the copper rtv spray you used this one?
http://www.permatex.com/products/Au...r_Spray-A-Gasket_Hi-Temp_Adhesive_Sealant.htm

 

[spyder97gs]

1.25 or 1.50 variant. Shouldn't be hard to find a bolt for it. Actually if the threads are good a bolt will be just as good as a stud and nut.

 

[welfle18]

I am pretty sure that it is the 1.25

 

[16gpoweredgsx]

m8 x 1.25. 1in long and a lock washer.

 

[noluck]

Why not just buy and install one stud????