Cracked transmission exhaust mount bolt
 

Hi all,

I will start of by introducing myself. I have recently purchased a totaled 2000 porsche boxster 2.7l 5 speed. This is my first porsche and it has been a blast tearing into the car. I have found it very easy to work on, thus far and I am looking forward to the first test drive! That said I expected to find some damage but the one item I have found is an issue that I am not sure how to fix.

The car had an impact from the passenger side rear which pushed the exhaust system up. As i dismantled the exhaust and damaged suspension, I found the top passenger bolt hole on the transmission for the exhaust hanger has been cracked. outside of finding a used transmission case I am looking for additional options (if possible).

In the photo i have indicated the cracked bolt point with red.

I am planning to replace the stock exhaust with an aftermarket system to drop weight and reduce the load being applied to the transmission mounting points but I am trying to work out the best way to hang the exhaust so I do not have to utilize the broken bolt point. Does anyone on here have any experience with a situation such as this and any guidance would be very appreciated. http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1732131757.jpg

And here is at least one pic of the car :cheers:http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1732132006.jpg

I would consider JB welding a stud in place, to replace the bolt. As long as that does not create clearance problem for installing and removing the hanger. The tension on the bolt is downward not outward, plus there are 3 other bolts as I remember it. Or have the cracks welded and retap the threads.