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Old 02-13-2017, 11:56 AM
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Default Help! Stripped nuts and bolts removal...
Any one have a trick to remove stripped nuts and bolts from TC side of front Axel? Cutting wheel and grinder I have is too big to get at them...


TC side of front shaft...
 
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Old 02-13-2017, 02:19 PM
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Cut the bolt head side. Rotate the shaft for access. Should be plenty of room for a sawzall or dremel wheel.
 
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Old 02-14-2017, 08:26 AM
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If it's too tight for a sawzall or dremel, use a chisel and hammer. Once you get the nut turning it will back out pretty easy.
 
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Old 02-15-2017, 01:13 PM
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A shaped explosive charge. Make sure you only use a wee bit.
 
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Fuel leak, bad starter connection, and a paid to date good homeowners policy or auto policy if you chose not to park next to dwelling.....
 
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