trying to replace the alternator on my 2001 D2, but the two 13mm bolts are not cooperating.

It took a socket wrench, pipe and lots of persuasion to get the outside/top bolt free..but it did come out. But the inside/bottom bolt will have none of it, and just won't move (even after applying enough leverage that the socket head cracked)

Any trick/advise to getting this last bolt out is greatly welcomed.
In advance, thanks

 

beer.... and a stronger socket. and beer

 

wow thats crazy, i removed two this weekend easy as heck.

 

dont happen to have the belt attached still do ya?

 

Lefty Lousy, Righty Tighty? And more beer...greenwade is right on.

 

thanks for the recommendation on the beer...prescribed to that solution when I was frustrated and logged on the computer to post this thread.

Belt is off...and yes I am cranking counter-clockwise....although I did give it 1 or 2 cranks to the right to see if I could unfreeze the bolt that way.

I did get the top bolt out (easier access and more room to crank on it) but it was tough...had to get alot of leverage on it.

Any other recommendations?

 

Heat - like a propane torch. Be careful of flammable bits.

 

I always use WD-40 to quench. The heat burns oxidation and the WD helps lube.

 

Finally got it out this evening!!!

Lots & lots of heat, WD40, and a bigger stronger socket....and good old persuiasion...finally got that bolt to crack its seal, what a relief!

Now for some of that beer! thanks for the help

 

Glad to hear you are all fixed.