Have you checked your exhaust manifold bolts today?

[lofapoo]

KA owners, if you haven't already, pop off your heat shield and see how many exhaust manifold bolts/studs/nuts you have left. A few years ago I lost all four for the front portion of the manifold, causing a terrible leak and warping the manifold. I could only get one bolt in, but it's enough to keep it from leaking.

I noticed the sound returned a few days ago (it sounds like a nasty lifter tick), so I popped my hood to find my one and only bolt up front backed out all the way, just sitting there. This is a common problem with KAs, especially single cams, so please check your exhaust manifold hardware to prevent any damage.