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Originally Posted by Showdown
A $300 guarantee that you don’t make a $1000 mistake seems like a good investment.
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Julian,
I completely agree with your statement. More than 25 years ago, I did my first 911 engine rebuild replacing the broken exhaust studs. I didn’t recall if it was available at that time and did my best. It was Ok but not comparable to today’s results using the jig.
I bought a used exhaust jig later about 15 years ago and been very satisfied with the results. I still have my first motor but it won’t accept a set of heat exchangers or headers without modifying the holes on the flanges. Imagine filing the holes of SSI headers for hours just just to be able to mount them.
Avoid replacing or repairing exhaust studs without using the jig. Or you might regret. You maybe lucky but your chances of getting them aligned is heavily against you. This is probably one of the best tools a DIYer should have in his tool box. Borrow or buy and re-sell at a discount.
Tony