Broken Bolt (exhaust manifold)

[MR.chris]

My SR20 has a bolt broken. It is one of the bolts used to hold the exhaust manifold on. I not sure if there is a leak but it doesnt look like it leaks. If it does leak a little during boost wouldnt this cause my AFRs to be off. I really dont want to fix it because its the bolt in the back near the firewall PITA. What do you guys think?

[jcquick]

I'm unsure if you're AFR would be off, but I'm in the same boat as you. I have a broken bolt in my turbo. So, on the turbo exhaust elbow I should have 5 bolts on but I only have 4. I pretty sure I have a leak, since I smell exhaust in the car every once in a while. During idle, I can't feel a leak. If you have access to a smoke machine (DJ equipment), you can see the leak. It's just an idea. I understand how you might not be in the mood to deal with this problem (especially if hot weather is a factor), since you're going to have to take off the manifold, boost tubes and anything else that gets in the way. Good Luck.

[zachattack_5491]

If you run sea foam through it you will most likely be able to see the leak.

[vocationalzero]

If you run sea foam through it you will most likely be able to see the leak.

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