V6 (1994-2004) Mustangs Technical discussions on the 3.8L and 3.9L V6 torque monsters

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Old Jul 17, 2010 | 10:35 AM
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so ive been killing my self trying to find out what size socket i need to remove the stock exhaust manifold bolts. i can use a 5mm but its strips the bolt and a 4.5mm is too small. im tryin to replace the old one with the ones i got with the mac lts, anyone now what size socket i need or tool to remove these bolts?
Old Jul 17, 2010 | 11:18 AM
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I believe its a 5.5mm. Ill run out and check.


I was wrong.. its a 5mm. Spray some penetrating fluid on them and let it soak for a bit then try.

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