87 Brat - EA81 Exhaust port ASV adapter Torx/Star Bolt Size

[aba4430]

Folks,

I need to remove the ASV adaptor sandwiches so my heads can be turned in to the machine shop tomorrow. I have tried to get the two bolts per side off with a 14 mm wrench and was only able to get one loose. Trying PBB, letting it soak etc., and will try again. However, question is what is the torx/star bit size for the bolts? I have a T-45, but it is small. Do I need a T-47 or T-50 for the bolts?

Thx,

aba

 

PS. I will need new ASV sandwich adapter gaskets also. These did not come in the B&A head gasket set. Are these dealer only items?

[edrach]

If I remember correctly, the ASV inner parts from the older ASV are identical in the new ASV which I think are still carried by dealers. The new ASV units are also less expensive than the earlier version.

 

I'm not sure if the gaskets are the same. But try Jason in Parts at 866-528-5282 (toll free). He's in the parts department of a dealer in Auburn, WA and shipping will be minimal for that part. Jason is more than willing to research some of the earlier model parts.

Edited October 30, 2011 by edrach

[edrach]

From the "old" USMB repair manual: http://www.indysworld.com/80s/general/USRM/AirSuction/airsuctionvalve.htm

[okie bill]

T-50 Mine only had one like that left. 14mm and T50. I assume it's the only factory one left.

 

Bill

[aba4430]

Thanks folks. I obtained a T-47 yesterday. Will get a T-50 in the next couple of days. Hopefully, the Brat will be up and running in the next two weeks.