turbo stud removal

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    can you remove the 3 studs that are on the turbo? the ones that bolt up to the downpipe. If not anyone know what size they are? I have the wifes car all apart trying to change turbos and need the studs.

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    You should be able to turn them out with a double/triple nut and some penetrant. Dont hold me to this but i believe they are M12x1.25
     
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    this is how I've done it as well. Use a bigger nut on the inside and a smaller nut on the outside. then you should be able to simply use a socket to pull it out. might want to soak with PB Blaster and hit it with a torch if needed.
     
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    thanks... it worked, but after I got them out I noticed the threads were bunged up from pulling the downpipe off so I just next day aired some new ones.
     
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    they are a biotch to remove w/o pentrating lubricant and elbow grease.
     
    hella_sti, May 29, 2008
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