The MOST COMMON Hemi Tick, and how to fix it! // I bet your Hemi is doing this right now!

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Do you know what the MOST COMMON hemi tick is? In this video I show you exactly what's happening, and how to fix it, saving you a bunch of money!
Too many people get confused when they hear a tick noise on startup, and think they have lifter issues, when it's actually a completely different issue. This is by far the most common tick issue I've seen on the Hemi engine.
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@TheKevinbabcock 6 ай бұрын

You my friend are an automotive angel. I've been researching my hemi tick and was certain it was the lifter issue I've been seeing everywhere. BUT after seeing your video I popped my wheel off and quickly identified broken bolts and a floppy heat shield. Just fixed it with a new gasket, o ring and bolts. TRUCK NOW sounds like the day I drove it off the lot. I just finished and immediately wanted to thank you !!!!!

@TheFoxphire 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you one hundred times! I heard the tick and have been freaking out with all the horror stories of lifters. I checked the manifold shroud, and low and behold, two bolts were broken. Thanks again, you rock!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet! This is exactly what I wanted to hear when I made this video 👍

@matthewperry7812 3 жыл бұрын

It’s clear you’ve done this many times, cause you make it look so easy! Great tips and explanation of the different ways to tackle the repair here.

@johnnicklen251 Жыл бұрын

WOW! What a relief!!!! I have been freaking out and stressing over this "hemi tick". I Just found my broken exhaust bolts!! This is definitely the best feeling I have ever gotten from a KZfaq video!! Thank you!!

@f14tomcataocretired95 25 күн бұрын

I realize I am 3yrs late watching this video. Excellent documenting and explaination of this maintenance performed. Straight and to the point without overthinking, stupid background music and usless talk as most do and people just get cOrNfUzEd. Did both sides of mine a few weeks ago. Easy tasks to perform even when you need center-punch, drill in and easy-out the sub-surface broken bolts. You had some tips I wished I knew before I did mine. Again, Super Job bringing light to people who think they need to take it to the Dodge dealership and find out it's a $1300 repair when they can do it for about $150. Have a great Navy Day!

@stevebeccard1054 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video. It really just reminds me how much of a pain this truck is. 2014 Ram 1500. Lifter stuck with valve open, chipped off a chunk of piston. it went through the exhaust valve. Then when I tore it all down, I discovered that both manifolds had broken studs.

@daniel1k793 3 жыл бұрын

Learning alot about the hemi with your channel, and I'm appreciative. Great job!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for watching! 👍

@onehandassassin8452 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I found your channel! I have a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee summit 5.7 with 45k miles. And it’s constantly in the shop! Glad I found your channel! Keep em coming! 🙏🏼💯💯

@HemiMike 3 жыл бұрын

FYI. You are my new favorite Channel.! Well done, great subject, video, audio, commentary, and editing. THANKS FOR THE GREAT WORK. 👍👍

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man I really appreciate it! 👍

@daylonmichael2125 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more. Don’t see much good content about the hemi. Usually it’s just an exhaust video lol you go in depth and are severely underrated 👍🏻

@OutJeeping 3 жыл бұрын

Great channel you have and I hope you grow fast. Great content and very clear in your teaching. I bought my 2016 ram 5.7 in Oct and took it back to get the bolts fixed, along with other issues they found. Luckily it was all covered by warranty.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thank you for watching 👍

@killajoe81 2 жыл бұрын

Man.... every time I have an issue your videos come up on my feed with a fix... you my good sir are my Mopar saint, you should have your own day for showing everyone how easy difficult issues can be, of course I subscribed and have every alert for every video you make, I even gave myself some free time today to watch that custom truck you built with the 6.4. Can you make a video about the " service all wheel drive" that comes on my 2016 charger police intermittently?

@Saiyan4658 3 жыл бұрын

I've been telling people for years that the lifter issue isn't as common as they think! But you are correct in the fact that the notoriety of the lifter issue is so inflated everyone thinks their Ram will ultimately have this issue. I have 140k on my Ram and I have a passenger side broken exhaust bolt and need to fix it but my lifters are doing just fine.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! thanks for the feedback 👍

@myhoodiskc Жыл бұрын

I think I unfortunately bought my 2011 Srt8 with only 45k on it with lifter failure. Not 100% sure yet 😭

@HemiMike 3 жыл бұрын

New sub! Last night I binged watch your 300C 5.7 engine serie! That was the best

@richis2fast4u 2 жыл бұрын

Idk how you stay so cool and relaxed. Any time I am dealing with busted bolts in a cylinder head, I have emptied the bag on curse words lol.

@ReignitedAuto 2 жыл бұрын

You know, the Hemi does make it easy because once the bolt starts coming out they spin out with no issue. I've done LS engines before, and those bolts will fight you for every 1/4 turn! And forget about iron heads!

@coltonbrooks3474 3 жыл бұрын

Just got a 2012 Ram 1500 that had a ticking sound but after watching your video, I found out that the real issue was an exhaust leak. Just like you said, passenger side, rear bolt had sheered off and the heat shield was loose. Thank you for posting the video!!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Comments like this are exactly why I made the video, glad I could help!

@raymyers23 3 жыл бұрын

Man I am so thankful for you putting this knowledge out there. You nailed my issue spot on 1000000% thought I had the lifter tick issue, went outside after watching this video and found my heat shield on passenger side back of the motor was loose. 2017 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 right at 100k miles.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Comments like this is exactly why I made the video. Thank you for watching! 👍

@1gr8oil 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video concerning the issue of broken studs on the 5.7 Hemi. Thanks for sharing this information. Your explanations are very detailed!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, and thank you for watching! 👍

@mikaerler9692 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto does they often broke on the 5.7? Ive got a Challenger and some new headers i wanted to mount next month. But i dont realy warnt to Deal with broken studs

@joeperry8518 3 жыл бұрын

Nice tip on welding just the stud to get it out! This reminds me I need to recheck the torque on my truck manifolds as I noticed some soot between them and the heads.....not something I’m looking forward to, and yes I’m being lazy.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

If I remember correctly the access for those manifolds is terrible though! I wouldn't be looking forward to it either 😒

@superchile9640 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice. Thanks for taking your time to help us out.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you watching!

@mrhyde0705 3 жыл бұрын

Yup. Saw this MANY times. Customers complain it sounded like an old pockup on start, and after it got to N.O.T it was quiet. Ive never had it on mine with 200k, but i replaced headers at 100, and doing it again at 200🤣

@neilporven3830 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video, excellent explanation with how it sounds before and after. I had to take my 1500 to the dealer for a head gasket job, because I felt the job would be a bit overwhelming especially without a lift at home. The dealer is now telling me I might have a camshaft issue as well. I originally took it in for white smoke coming from the exhaust, which I know it was a head gasket issue. I think they are trying to blow some smoke on top of the white smoke 🤣🤣🤣🤥

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Good time to do it though, especially if there's a decent amount of miles on the engine already. 👍

@grich6087 2 жыл бұрын

Are you in my garage? You nailed it brother and I love the "I bet your Hemi is doing that right now!" Mindreading tech ninja.

@ReignitedAuto 2 жыл бұрын

You are also pregnant with a baby boy..... No? Ah well, can't win em all 😄

@twoweelr 3 жыл бұрын

I've been watching your videos for the 1st time. Very knowledgeable and your logical thing is dead on. This issue with rear exhaust studs breaking is from lack of flow in the exhaust manifold. The rear cylinders are closest to the collector so heat up the most and thus break 1st. A better manifold flow would have improved the issue. It is an issue with all v8s over time.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

There's no question these factory manifolds are terrible 😄

@ReNeu60 2 жыл бұрын

I did the weld nib on trick but didn't put a rag into the exhaust pipe. So we had a major exhaust leak after putting it all back together. what happened is a couple very small spatters landed into the exhaust and it would not tighten together properly. Very thankful to the muffler shop I called and he told me that can happen.

@daddybiggs9343 2 жыл бұрын

I have to do this repair tomorrow at work on one of our fleet trucks. Thanks for the info!

@ModelA 3 жыл бұрын

Hmmm. Broken exhaust manifold bolts! Wow! I love your method of getting that stud out of the head that broke flush. Welding that blob on the end and working it out with vicegrips was GENIUS!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Have to admit I want the one who came up with it, but hey it works good 👍 thanks for watching!

@richardfowler3254 3 жыл бұрын

I love the information and I wanted to day Thanks !! While I just sold my 2013 that had what I thought was the lifter tick and now realize that it may in fact have been this situation you shared here. I now have a 2019 2500 but I will be certain to pay attention to any and all noises it makes... Also I just sub'd as well

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I hope I can help more in the future! 👍

@timc8913 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Great job explaining things. Thanks for taking the time to share. New subscriber. 👍

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing I appreciate it! 👍

@wrathedarkwater4520 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video , I have this issue on my 2012 ram 1500, the rear stud on the driver-side broke, thanks for explaining this

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you watching!

@marks8368 3 жыл бұрын

Two things. The exhaust bolts from the factory often have thread lock on them. It is designed to hold fast when cold. If you heat up the remaining stud first you'll have more luck backing it out. 2ndly, for studs that are sheared off at the block you can buy a template kit online that bolts onto the head and you use it as a drilling guide, and can also be used to re-tap the threads. I highly recommend this for any Hemi owner. There are several on the market Lisle is one. As a preventative measure, replace the two rear most bolts every two years and "Do not over torque".

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

That's one of the side benefits of the method I use, since the welding process heats the remainder of the stud and breaks that thread lock residue free. Definitely if you're not able to access a welder those kits to drill the studs out are very helpful, trying to do it freehand is not advised 😄. Appreciate the tips you've offered! 👍

@leviethan64 Жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAutoI’m getting ready to do this on my 2015. While I’m in there I’m doing struts and control arms. I figured it would be a good idea while it’s apart. 82k on the truck. I bought new manifolds but I’ll check the old ones first to see if they can be reused. You stated you’ve used the old ones on reinstall. Any trouble with that because they are warped? Thanks for the videos and the those latex gloves are the best.

@fogit4668 Жыл бұрын

Does ARP make exhaust manifold studs for the HEMI? I would think that if they do that they would not be breaking off like the FCA ones.

@melaniecharbonneau2646 8 ай бұрын

@@ReignitedAutohello!! I recently bought a 2013 Ram 1500. The check engine light is on because of a "CO2 leak" that could be the possible reason that the engine shuts off when I use the remote starter. Please, can you advise me if this(video) could be the problem for the CO2 leak?? If not, do you have an idea what could be the problem and how to fix?? (Excuse me my english is not perfect. I hope you understand what I said) Thank you!!

@ReignitedAuto 8 ай бұрын

@@melaniecharbonneau2646 I'm going to guess that the code is due to a vacuum leak, that's the only thing I can think of that corresponds to a c02 leak. Do you have the exact code number? If it is a vacuum leak then broken exhaust bolts are not the problem. There is likely a leak somewhere after the throttle body that will need to be found. I would start by looking for a disconnected hose from the intake manifold.

@earlybird541 3 жыл бұрын

Been there down that on the Ram 2500. I had the exact same problem and because of the angle of the head to the frame it could not be drilled. That's when I learned about welding like you did. I do check them for warpage though. If they have been running for a while with a broken stud they can get pretty warped. Unlike dealerships all my customers are repeat for life. So I know the vehicle as opposed to a dealership where the tech thinks its fixed and never sees the vehicle again. Another great video

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you watching Wayne, interestingly, we used to replace all the exhaust manifolds that had broken bolts, then Chrysler stopped paying for them, they would only pay to replace the actual bolt that broke, and a new gasket. 🙄 Classis Chrysler I guess...

@earlybird541 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto That's why I love watching guys like you who specialized on a certain brand. I worked on 18 wheelers for a long time and transitioned into auto as a missionary outreach for single moms. Folks like you really help us guys who work on everything under the sun. It always improves my diagnosing skills. Thank you brother.

@hoodoovoodooyoodoo 3 жыл бұрын

I like your method of building weld up over welding a nut to the broken stud. Since my 2014 Ram 1500 w 82k miles started ticking two weeks ago, I'm sure I'll try your method first. I think I'll bite the bullet for the better hardware package as I don't want to do the job again down the road. Thanks!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I'm sure it'll go well, the 1500's are the easiest ones to do 👍

@leeperry1999 3 жыл бұрын

You just saved someone from stripping down their engine thinking they had a lifter issue. A little knowledge is priceless!

@DL101ca 3 жыл бұрын

Not to knock the value of this video but anyone who has the ability to tear down an engine to change the lifters will know enough to diagnose the issue first...

@leeperry1999 3 жыл бұрын

@@DL101ca Exactly right, however the video was to help the new kid working on his own engine not the experienced mechanic.

@miked9104 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! Recently acquire a ‘14 Ram 2500 4x4 that I might have this issue on. Thank you 👍🏻👍🏻

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully it helps you out! Thanks for watching 👍

@peter455sd 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see a real pro trying to help people

@ReignitedAuto 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you watching peter!

@terrylarson7596 3 жыл бұрын

great video, I think i will change mine out before they break off!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

If you're down to do the work it's probably a good idea as it's a matter of when, not if. Thanks for watching! 👍

@f143744 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Hope I remember this when my HEMI act’s up 20 years from now...

@superchile9640 3 жыл бұрын

This happens much sooner than that. A lot of them are before 50k miles. Shorty headers are the cheapest permanent fix. My buddy replaced his gaskets and the studs and reused the manifold just to have to do the job 45k miles later again.

@itisfinished4U 2 жыл бұрын

@@superchile9640 mine started today, freaking 6200 miles on a 2021 ram 2500 6.4 hemi

@MrMarcus5191 3 жыл бұрын

An old trick before you break them, says this old machinist. At the first sign of any resistance take a drift and give the bolt a good sharp rap.....'shock' them loose. Seems to be most effective with aluminum castings in my experience....good luck guys....!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for that feedback! I'm going to give that a try next time, because there will always be a next time 😄. Thanks for watching! 👍

@chasefeller1279 3 жыл бұрын

Had this on both sides of my 09 ram 1500. Dealer took care of it under my lifetime powertrain warranty thankfully. Now i check them everytime i do an oil change just to make sure they didn’t break again. They broke somewhere around 85,000 miles

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Keep that lifetime warranty going! Chrysler was in a bad spot when they offered that lifetime powertrain warranty, and it's been a lifesaver for a lot of people. Make sure you keep it up to date!

@jasonknowles3465 Жыл бұрын

I think my 2016 has this; it’s very noticeable when first started cold, and even when it’s been driven for a while and warmed but parked for a little while, like 30-45 min, I can hear it briefly again. When it’s cold, it is there for longer than 30 seconds; prob 2-3 minutes.

@matthewmadrid6609 3 жыл бұрын

Man I love these I have a 2012 ram 2500 5.7 and I have had that lifter issue..... I wish I would of found you along time ago

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matthew!

@johnsmith-qz4bv 3 жыл бұрын

great tips and tricks

@erseldiles187 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem with the drivers side now, I just had the passenger side fixed 2 yrs ago. It cost me 900 dollars, now the drivers side is doing it and no one wants to tackle it. My truck is in good shape with lifted kit, and tires, but a good mechanic is a blessing.

@khangwemudau7872 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much my 5.7 is making the exact ticking noise like this...i am gonna fix it my self thank you million times.

@davephawke8944 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being out there for us dodge people I have learned a lot from your videos I already have a mechanical background not licensed by any means I have been working on all my owe vehicle's for years I'm doing a rebuild on my 2007 dodge ram 1500 5.7 I had a p0303 code and p02308 so I started digging into the problem looking at spark plugs first then coils I test each one all were working I even replaced 4 of them just to be sure but problem still was there so next step was to remove the valve cover to check valve spring's I did this with the engine off first and checked for broken spring's everything seemed normal nothing broken then I started the engine to see if there was any difference between the other valve spring's and of course there really wasn't so next step is I started removing the engine to see if I had a bad cam and the mds lifers again not really some wear on the cam and few of the lifters but nothing really terrible probably could get another 100000 km out of them maybe now my heads are off the block was there corrosion on the Pistons yes there was but again nothing terrible easy to clean up and as for the valves intake and exhaust was there corrosion on that to yes but again nothing terrible again easy to clean up so then I started digging into the Pistons themselves remove them from the block then I noticed some scoring on the sides of four of the Pistons out of 8 piston so now so now I am replacing everything including except for the crank it's in great shape all sensors I just glad I know how to do this myself I'll have a brand new motor when I'm done I even Honed out the cylinder walls I also did have broken studs on my exhaust manifold two of them on the passenger side I believe so again thank you for all your great videos I definitely do appreciate it

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice Dave, way to get deep into it! That's my hope with my videos is that they can help people, glad to hear it's coming together for you 👍

@davephawke8944 3 жыл бұрын

Ya definitely just waiting for parts and new tools to do the job I also got the headlight issues aswell in the tipm

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

@@davephawke8944 stupid TIPMs 😤

@davephawke8944 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto yup I'm really pissed about this it all started back in 2013 and of course I complained to dodge Canada I really got no where with them one of the people I had spoken to even told me he didn't see it as a safety issue I completely disagreed with this person obviously it started with the passenger side lowbeam not working so I did what I always do dig into it by checking the wiring harness no luck there no as of today's date passenger side lowbeam is still not working and to add to all of that my daytime running light on the driver's side quit working a while back and my high beam light on the driver's side don't work either it's not the bulbs I checked and it's not the plugs replaced the passenger side plus dodge only part and as for my engine parts I ordered most of them from rock auto great prices

@sponsored_hobbies8233 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing videos. Much appreciated

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@jdoss2945 3 жыл бұрын

Great info. I do work at a dealership. I usually do the same methods you use. Except on this one. I would rather drill and extract it. Angle drill does well here. Majority of the time I spend no more than 5 to 10 mins drilling and extracting.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, if you've got a good system no need to change it! 👍

@kalebhahn5947 2 жыл бұрын

Rough estimate, how much do y’all normally charge for this?

@stuarthoffman5065 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! what is your opinion on replacing the bolts with new as a preventative measure? It would eliminate the extra work removing a broken bolt and possible manifold.

@redmunds5976 3 жыл бұрын

Had to do this on the 4.7 about 10 years ago. You’d think they would have figured out a better bolt by now. Thanks for the video!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, I think the same thing 👍

@donholm9719 3 жыл бұрын

Seems like they would have come up with an oversize bolt, hardened bolt, ??? by now.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

@@donholm9719 the factory does offer "upgraded" hardware but it's more expensive and most people just opt to replace with stock stuff. 👍

@charliemik7284 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff! Question - You mentioned a few times in your responses about an upgraded hardware from Ram but it is expensive. Please define the difference in numbers of what the standard parts cost vs. the good stuff. I would like to know if paying the extra might save me one or more return trips to the shop to repeat this procedure, at significant cost each time. Do it right, do it once. Or do it cheap and be prepared to do it again. Of course this only applies if the upgraded parts actually ‘fix’ the problem. Thanks for your efforts, they are appreciated by many, myself included.

@patrickwhitehead7584 3 жыл бұрын

Just commented on your lifter vid, but this is exactly what my durango sounds like.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Yep, I was going to comment on your previous post to check the exhaust manifolds first, far more common 👍

@prrevo4884 3 жыл бұрын

What a blessing it would be to have you around. And if you got really upset if you were not working on peoples stuff for free. 😳

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

😄

@bradtalbert7995 3 жыл бұрын

You my guy are a real unsung hero.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

😄Thanks for watching! 👍

@bradtalbert7995 3 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for the education! Love the videos!!

@DMan1198 3 жыл бұрын

I done so many manifold gaskets on these trucks and wound up thinking about it a lot. My best estimate is the weight of the exhaust system stresses the rear of the manifold causing the breakage. I’ve seriously contemplated adding a hanger at the bell housing to take stress off the manifolds.

@xmradio11 3 жыл бұрын

I have heard of another possible reason for the problem. It was that too hard of acceleration on a cold motor is a possible reason since the head is aluminum and the manifold is cast iron. The different metals heat up at a different rate and therefore expand at a different rate. Hard acceleration blasts a lot more heat on the cold metal. It sounds very possible to me. I had the problem with my 09 Ram which came with a lifetime drivetrain warranty so it didn't cost me anything to get fixed. Since then I always take it easy on the gas until I see the temp gauge getting close to normal operating temp as a precaution.

@ronedelenbos272 3 жыл бұрын

Flex connector at the Y

@robsorgdrager8477 3 жыл бұрын

It's from the expansion and contraction of the cast vs the bolt. Over time the bolt hardness changes and exhaust is corrosive ....it weakens the bolt and it snaps. Happens on the LS engine all the time. I've found volvo exhaust bolts rarely do this because of the stainless boron alloy , they are also quite a stretchy bolt . It might just come down to cheap metal .

@superchile9640 3 жыл бұрын

I've seen other KZfaq videos that show the manifold warps. I'm sure all of your diagnosis are good. I've see that shorty headers are the only permanent fix. Reusing the manifold will result in the same failure down the road.

@ronedelenbos272 3 жыл бұрын

@@superchile9640 I'm 300000 miles in and no issues since it's been fixed. It's a 2010 ram

@css550fun7 3 жыл бұрын

I see that job done countless times every week, outstanding job how you explained it!!! Majority of the time the techs do the nut method on the stud. Does it take longer to build a weld?

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

No, but sometimes if you stick a nut on there and fill it with weld it'll fill up some of the threads in the head and make it harder to remove. 👍

@ram50v8 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a tech that knows using a welder is the easiest way to extract a broken bolt starting at 9:21. I have not used a "bolt extractor" in over 30 years except for removing die cast GM heater hose quick connectors from GM intake manifolds. I cannot begin to tell you how many times some one has broken off an extractor and offset drilled a hole trying to get a bolt out then they bring it to me. I have even used a welder to extract a bolt that was broken off 1 inch below the surface.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Yea my bolt extractor set lies forgotten in the bottom of my box 😄

@rippinaroundeverywhere9249 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@joef2171 3 жыл бұрын

They should play this at the FCA training center's for fixing manifold leaks.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@gregphillips1046 Жыл бұрын

Great explanations.... I have a 2015 1500 with 5.7.….I had the exhaust leak....drivers side....after repairing that....cylinder 5 ticking......cam and lifter needed replaced.....in process of assembly now....seems like they are getting more and more failures.....my friend has a 2012 1500.....both leaking and bad cam...

@ReignitedAuto Жыл бұрын

With more mileage and time we are bound to see more failures, things wear out. You can see this same trend with Hondas and Toyotas as well. All engines break down at some point.

@Airman.. 3 жыл бұрын

Happen to me on an LS I Threw all factory bolts out and in with marine grade 304 stainless steel bolts, coate threads with high temp cooper anti-seize compound

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

For sure the LS has this same reputation. Although the LS bolts are generally much harder to extract for some reason. That's been my experience anyway. Good call on the anti-seize 👍

@AnswermanAnswerman 3 жыл бұрын

You need to be checking the manifold for warpage as that is the main cause. I have seen as much as .060 in. in some, mostly caused by heavy towing. It will stop come backs and serve your customers well!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

On customer pay vehicles I generally do check for excessive warpage. Chrysler stopped paying for new manifolds when doing this job under warranty unfortunately. 👍

@Jack-df9gy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. My Hemi has the tick kn start up then stops but reoccurs on exleration but die when I let of the pedal.

@ReignitedAuto 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, classic symptoms of broken exhaust bolts 👍

@bradymock7461 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to say this just to put it out in the word. But from years of racing motocross. I figured out that if you cut the bolt with a Dremel you can get a flat head or even a Phillips, and a T20-T25 star is strongest if you want to get fancy. Put an impact on it and zip it out.

@bfw250 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!!! from Victoria BC Canada

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you watching!

@MrBigbrotha45 2 жыл бұрын

Both of my heat protectors seam pretty tight, is there another way to check? Mine does tick when i start up but goes away after about 30 secs. I'm glad i came across your page, i was worried for a min.

@creativityrevealed3659 3 жыл бұрын

The more you know 😎 I was hearing a tick on my RT that sounded like exhaust manifold (used to fix a lot of Nissan v6 that broke studs) but everyone talked so much about the lifters kind of had me looking the wrong way 😂

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@precynic_prod3223 2 жыл бұрын

It’s crazy you said it was rare for the front side to break, I just checked mine and it’s broken in the front!!! But thank you, I’ve been worried I’d have to do some engine work😅

@royderouin7510 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is a nice guy,....nice guy's do win.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Why thank you Roy! 👍

@jakemason9436 3 жыл бұрын

My 2916 Ram 1500 passenger side top back studded bolt broke flush just out of warranty. Did the re and re in my home garage. Be patient. Drilled and EZout with high quality left hand drill bits. I did my research and spoke to FCA. FYI FCA makes two types of replacement bolts. The cheaper set (about $1 per bolt) are the originals. The ones with a white paint dot on the heatsheild stud tip are the ones FCA recommemds to dealers to repair the issue for the back bolts. The first two dealerships parts people I spoke with were not aware of the improved bolts. The third had a tech that knew what they were for and used them. This was not easy to find out. I was told they are a different metal composition and are $5 each. Worked well. Thanks.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely correct on this, we have the upgraded bolts available at the dealer where I worked at. Due to cost, almost nobody opted to pay for them, which is funny because you're right there, might as well upgrade now, but people can't justify it for some reason. Thanks for watching! 👍

@craigcwillard 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto What is the part number for the upgraded bolts?

@craigcwillard 3 жыл бұрын

I replaced them once and would like to swap them out before the break again.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

@@craigcwillard I don't have the part numbers myself, but if you talk to the parts dept at the dealer and ask for the pricing on the upgraded hardware they'll know exactly what you mean. 👍

@jakemason9436 3 жыл бұрын

@@craigcwillard The part number for the studded heat shield manifold bolts (revised upgraded) is 06509863AA. They are currently about $7-8 US each. They have a white paint dot on the stud tip. Be aware that scammers are selling them much cheaper with the dot painted on the cheaper bolts. Suggest you buy from a known reputable source. I bought mine from a dealership.

@candacebenford1734 11 ай бұрын

First, i really enjoy watching your videos. You explain things in way that are easy to understand and follow. Thank you. Next, I have a 2008 dodge charger v8 5.7L (police) 157,350 miles. Has a bog down noise on ecellaration. Louder going from 2nd to 3rd gear. Please help! Thanks Again for All your content

@Brian-ii6sd 9 ай бұрын

Hello, thank you so much for all the excellent information Mr. Reignited! I have watched all you Hemi videos and want to give my 2015 5.7 it's best chance for a healthy long life. Currently 45k miles and no problems at all. I do regular oil changes with good oil, no excessive idling, etc. I see all the discussion about repairing broken bolts, but no talk about replacing the bolts before they break. Wouldn't it be a very good idea to replace them all every 30-40k miles, and install the factory upgraded bolts (at least on the rear exhaust ports) ??? And coat with anit-seize to keep head threads in good condition. It seems like that would be MUCH easier than trying to dig a broken bolt out of the head at some point. Why don't people change the bolts before they break, or am I missing something? Thanks so much for your excellent videos and sharing your wealth of information with all of humanity! 🙂

@ReignitedAuto 9 ай бұрын

Basically it comes down to the fact that it's a lot of work for a preventative measure to many people. I definitely recommend upgrading to the stainless bolts at the front and rear of the manifolds, helps quite a bit! Appreciate you watching 👍

@Brian-ii6sd 9 ай бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto Thanks again! I really appreciate it.

@christinamoneyhan5688 3 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed. Great information. Really appreciate you answering the questions in the comment section. I would like to know the year designation for each generation of the 5.7 Hemi . Thank you.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Truthfully I'm only knowledgeable about the Gen 3 hemi, which started in 2003, In 2009 they updated the design to include Variable Valve timing, and thats the same design they use currently 👍

@christinamoneyhan5688 3 жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto Thank you or your reply. That helps me.

@patrickdyer4438 Жыл бұрын

Great videos regarding this issue. I do have broken rear bolts on the right side on my 2011 Grand Cherokee. My question is if this is left uncorrected will it create more serious issues later on? This vehicle has 170,000 miles on it and it runs fantastic except for this issue. I was going to try to repair it myself but your video has convinced me to take it to someone familiar with and equipped to do the job quickly and efficiently. Any direction here would be appreciated.

@Sanchurroz 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and great explanations and great honesty. Will this also give me the code for cylinder misfire? Thanks in advanced!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

It generally will not give you a misfire. 👍

@brodie5036 Жыл бұрын

Subscription earned.

@dexgsand 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video 👍🏽

@edandtoniw Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video and explanation on the exhaust leak. By your description, I’m pretty sure that my 2014 RAM has this problem on the passenger side rear but the one symptom to look for that doesn’t check out is that I can’t feel any looseness in the heat shield. Could it still be the broken bolts? Thanks!

@ReignitedAuto Жыл бұрын

Yes, sometimes the bolt is not fully broken yet, and sometimes it's just loose and causing a leak. Usually once you put a socket on the bolt to loosen it, that's when it snaps 😄

@stankrieger3137 2 жыл бұрын

well done

@SWATT101 2 жыл бұрын

I just did six broken bolts altogether.(2012, 170k kms) One on each side was broke...2 on each side broke on removal...I'm in the rust belt in Ontario...more like calcium sprayed dirt roads here. I ended up buying a Lisle template and drilled for extractor...one helicoil was needed...good times...and still ticking away lol

@ReignitedAuto 2 жыл бұрын

Oof! I grew up on the coast with rust, I promised myself I'd never live where it rusts again! Where I live now you can leave bare steel outside for months with no issue. I feel for you guys deep in the rust!

@Hillbillygarage1215 4 ай бұрын

I have replaced the pass side twice now and the drivers side, first time now, on my 5.7 [160,000 miles]. The manifolds are clearly warped [straight edge] I put it back together and it is still noisy. I'm sure the manifolds didn't seat up properly so I guess I'm gonna have to upgrade to headers. I don't want to replace with stock manifolds because I have heard stock replacements are just gonna warp again.

@richardsomerville4107 Жыл бұрын

Any recommendations on replacing the cast iron manifold with a shorty headers? Would that prevent bolts from breaking? Thanks, Rick

@booobtooober 2 жыл бұрын

My theory on why these break. - 1) The heat shield covers the front three cylinders and the back of the manifold hangs out a good bit. 2) While driving on rainy wet roads when you hit a deeper puddle a lot of water splashes and it hits that exposed portion of the manifold, this quickly cools and warps the manifold eventually to the point of breaking the studs. 3) The right side more commonly breaks because there are more deep puddles along the curb. 4) The studs could have been sized larger but the corporate bean counters not going to make that happen now. A cheap fix would be to enlarge the heat or should I say rain shield. btw I put new manifolds on my Ram 1500 because when I laid the old ones on a table, the front three exhaust ports laid flat and the rear most was better than an 1/8 inch in the air. And I mean the rust pattern matches the warping and makes it pretty obvious this is the problem. smdh

@michaeldepow6663 2 жыл бұрын

I grinded mine flat. Once cast iron goes through the heat cycle of warps you can never happen a second time

@jajupa78 Жыл бұрын

I think this could happen, sure. However it far more likely that for whatever reason that side for the motor or both are running lean. I.e. the exhaust gas temp is super hot b_c the air fuel mix is off, prob from a fuel pump having low pressure or a vacuum leak on the intake will cause a lean condition as well. Also i have seen plenty of bent valves on these things which can also cause a lean condition. Any of these or a combination of two or more will cause the exhaust gas temp to sore. The manifold gets to hot and expands the stainless bolts have no give so they just shear off. If u are lucky they dont break of flush. But they always break off flush tho.)

@edwardenglish1519 2 жыл бұрын

Would it be beneficial to put some Anti-Seize lube such as Permatex 80078 on the new studs to make removing and easier take for the next time they break? The Cat 3405 was notorious for exhaust studs breaking due to the high heat and weight of the turbo it had to support and I always did that with it.

@garylozowski1419 2 жыл бұрын

Retorqueing the bolts after a couple if heat up cycles should help sealing process, possibly while its warm.

@Weak_juan 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Is there no aftermarket hardware or hardware/manifold combo that will fully eliminate this common issue?

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

I'm sure there is, I just don't have direct excellence with it since I mainly work at the dealer. Chrysler does offer "upgraded" hardware that is supposed to prevent this issue, but its much more expensive than the standard hardware.

@richardseem7948 3 жыл бұрын

Just started following ur channel. U do amazing job. Why doent dodge use better grade bolts?

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Because they're cheap 😄

@gordonborsboom7460 3 жыл бұрын

You must be in the dryest climate in the US. 200K AND NO RUST. Amazing. Makes working kn everything easier.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

No question about it. I actually grew up on the Oregon coast with tons of rust, swore I'd never do that again. Moved to central Oregon, no rust at all, no humidity. Now down here in Texas, and it was a prerequisite that I move somewhere where rust is not a factor LOL.

@tinkertoyz4141 2 жыл бұрын

Kick ass video I do it often

@nexpro6118 Жыл бұрын

ive owned 3 ram 1500 trucks. 1998, 2003 and 2006 and I've never had ANY of the hemi ticks. not a single one. now I know the 1998 ram 1500 I had did not have the hemi, but it still didn't have any of the other tick issues. also I've owned a 2006 300C and a 2009 Charger RT. also with those 2, I've never had ANY of the hemi ticks.

@jasonh4167 3 жыл бұрын

My father's 09 5.7 has a tick thanks to your vids, gong to dignose the tick better so I don't have To pull engine ps. It's under 90k so I'm thinking exhaust.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Glad I could help, and yes I would definitely chase exhaust first 👍

@bobbyyoung2831 Жыл бұрын

I just changed mine for the second time new stock headers and bolts. When are they going to make better bolts?? Or Manifolds that don't warp so badly.

@michaelwas8549 2 жыл бұрын

So are you saying If I buy the 2022 6.4 2500 I was looking at with 16000 mi. on it I will be having to replace these bolts eventually?

@jasondeollos3972 2 жыл бұрын

thank you sooo much

@ReignitedAuto 2 жыл бұрын

👊

@mattprince6858 3 жыл бұрын

Love your channel! I have a 2015 Ram 1500 5:7 Hemi. It has a K&N cold air intake, I have been reading about long tube headers as a must mod. I’ve had to replace the manifold bolts twice already, do you recommend the headers? Thanks

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

The reason that headers fix the exhaust issue is because you are changing the hardware completely to a different type. The long tube headers definitely have a unique sound to them, makes the Hemi sound much more burly. My only recommendation is that with the headers on there, when the engine drops into 4-cyl mode it can a very pronounced drone at highway speeds. So you might want to look into a tuner that can turn off the MDS system altogether. 👍

@coletindall4949 4 ай бұрын

I have 2015 ram 1500. I think I could have other issues to cause my truck to stall. But Could lifter failure cause my truck to stall. It only stalls out either when I’m in park and go to throw it in drive and it shuts off, or when Im in reverse and go to throw it in drive. It never stalls out when I’m stopping and going.

@bobbyboykin7137 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, sure wish you woulda did the drivers side though. In any event, great job and thank you for your efforts making this.

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Yea I'll probably add that video at some point. It's very similar, only real difference is that you want to unbolt the steering shaft to give a little more room to work with. 👍

@andrewlane6837 2 жыл бұрын

@@ReignitedAuto I'm working on removing broken bolts on a 2005 5.7l durango and so far just the nuts are broken off and I need to remove them and resurface the manifold a bit, then back on and hope the idle bog problem will be resolved

@maddawgnoll 5 ай бұрын

God damn. I just spent 3 weeks ordering parts and tearing into my hemi. Got to the timing chain and oil pump, dropped the pan and couldn't find anything wrong. No glitter... nothing. New water pump, fan clutch, alternator etc. Because it sounded like a horrible rod knock I never checked the obvious hemi problem. I just went out and looked at me heat shield, and was able to take a bolt or by hand. All this time and unnecessary money and it's just a gasket and handful of bolts. Well I know I can tear the front end and valve covers off in less than a couple hours now hahaha

@stuarthoffman5065 2 жыл бұрын

I see comments from other forums regarding warped exhaust manifolds once removed. Any comments regarding machining the exhaust manifold flange?

@user-md4di6yg2p 3 жыл бұрын

Just had both manifolds replaced on my 14 5.7 hemi...quiet as a mouse now!

@ReignitedAuto 3 жыл бұрын

Funny how big of a difference it makes right? Sometimes we get used to certain noises, and when they go away it's like "Wow" 😅

@Bliink3014 5 ай бұрын

My truck has ticked since the first day I bought it never really payed attention but now that I put an exhaust on it the tick is louder any idea what it could be?