I use an air powered right angle drill. Sharp drill bits and lots of
patience.  This is almost a job for a machinist.  As it is almost impossible
to drill the bolt and use the original threads, I use a Heli-coil.  After
getting the bolt drilled, I put the pipes in place and use the flange to
guide the Heli-coil drill bit.  This gives me good alignment.  I then use
stainless hardware to avoid this problem next time.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Paul A. Cianciolo <Paulc@SNET.NET>
To: Vanagon@VANAGON.COM <Vanagon@VANAGON.COM>
Date: Saturday, August 01, 1998 10:44 AM
Subject: Broken exhaust stud.... bummed... need ideas

>Hello Folks,
>
>
>Has any broken a stud while removing the exhaust system on a 1986
>Watercooled?
>Is there a way to extract this in the vehicle?
>
>Very bummed
>PaulC
>KB1RP