how to remove studs for reuse

[OS]

I have studs on a manifold flange I need to remove and reuse, what is there to use? I used a vise grip in another one, but obviously this grinds up the stud. Does a stud extractor leave the studs undamaged?

 

[Rogeee]

Carefully screw on two nuts,tighten them against each other then use them together to unscrew the stud.

 

[myusername]

Ideally, a stud extractor will not damage the stud. Sh!t happens, of course, and there's always the risk of shearing it off even if the surface isn't damaged.

 

[OS]

Originally posted by: crustyoldman
Carefully screw on two nuts,tighten them against each other then use them together to unscrew the stud.

lol, wow, thanks.

 

[OS]

thanks again, this saved my ass

 

[Rogeee]

I am going to assume you removed the studs successfully ?

 

[OS]

Originally posted by: crustyoldman
I am going to assume you removed the studs successfully ?

Yes, these studs were special order and they've been on order for a week now. Saved me almost a week worth of down time on the car, thanks.