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Â· just now. Report Abuse. A cast iron manifold will expand and contract, the JB Weld will not. I think JB Weld is fantastic stuff (have some as we speak) but not for a cracked exhaust manifold.You can always check out their website: http://jbweld.net/index.php I only have experienced JB with cast though, if your manifold is another material you may get lucky.ource(s): Q: Will J-B Weld work on an automotive exhaust? A: Because of the extreme temperatures of exhaust systems, we do not recommend J-B Weld for use on exhaust manifolds and catalytic converters.
Why manifolds crack and leak. As you can imagine, exhaust manifolds are subject to intense heat. Theyâre also subjected to considerable expansion and contraction as they heat up and cool back down. Over time, this leads to metal fatigue (both cast iron and other types of exhaust manifolds are subject to this).