Exhaust Flange Gasket

[tbooth207]

2012 Transit Connect I have a leak in the exhaust flange just below the header pipe. I have been trying for days not to get the left site bolt out with zero success. You can get a socket on it but there is not enough clearance to get the rachet on the socket. I can get a wrench on it but cannot get any leverage on it to get the bolt started. I just put heat on the bolt and nothing is working. I'm not sure if there is a Ford specialty tool to get the SOB out or not. Any suggestions would be great, thanks.

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[metalworker0]

1. pile of extensions on the ratchet .
2 3/8ths instead of 1/2 inch drive,
3 wobbly universal swivel on the extension.
4 support engine , undo mounts let engine move or tilt for more access
5. or if you can still drive it take it to a tyre and exhaust place .they are usually cheap.

all the best.mark

[tbooth207]

I have tried all the 3/8ths options and its a no go. Next call is to a buddy that work for Ford to see if that calls for a specialty wrench then an exhaust shop after that.

[metalworker0]

forgot about this
may be useful

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNoh9l2_74g&t=519s


all the best.mark

[MinorMatt]

Clearance spanner, or use a longer one/a spanner extender