Hey guys, recently i broke a vc bolt by over tightening it. The bolt is not even flush it broke off beneath the hole. Im pretty sure the only way to get it out would be with a drill extractor but i dont want shards of metal to go in my oil. Do i need to take the head off? Or can i keep driving with 4/5 vc bolts. So far it hasnt been leaking. thanks in advance

 

Put rag towel around where you're going to extract. Drill small hole then use extractor tool.

 

You need to pull the valve cover off and see if you can get the stud out with vise grips or something then replace the stud

 

I was thinking about doing something like that but wasnt sure if it was a good idea or not. Do you know of anyone whos done this?

 

It's the only right way. Go watch some youtube video.

 

I have taken the valve cover off and there is no way to grip it, The stud is under where it screws into. it broke off under, it is not even flush. my friend said i would have to take it to a machinist but i really dont want to.

 

ok thanks alot i will. I just wanted to know whether its worth it to take the head off or not but i would much rather do it this way seems way easier.

 

Use a center punch. It'll make the first drill easier.

 

ok thanks for the help