At 11:25 AM 11/23/98 -0600, Cliff wrote:
>Karl,
>
>I have done some banging on the ends of the studs, but how hard is too hard?
>I've really rapped them, but with no visible effect.
>
>What kind of stud remover are you talking about? Is this a wrench bit of
>some sort?
>
>Cliff
>
>-----Original Message-----
>
>
>> Try tapping straight on the end of the stud (broken or otherwise) to break
>> the 'tension' between the case and the stud. At some point, even close to
>> the bottom, it has to come loose! I also use a stud remover when there is
>> enough stud protruding for it to grasp. Be sure to protect the innards of
>> the engine, as well as the connecting rods, from the welding splatter. I
>> assume you are using a MIG welder- I wouldn't recommend any other
>> type,unless you have a TIG. Good luck, give me a yell if you need more
>help.
>
>
Cliff,
         AVP ( the engine rebuilder in Ca.) recommended  to use an air impact
wrench without a socket on the end to beat on the end of the stud to loosen
it.

Rick Koller
'90 syncro-westie
'91 auto box