Bolt won't budge ?
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2010
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From: Aussie lost in Switzerland
Not sure about applying heat after using penetrating oil though, could end with a fire on your hands......
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Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Vermont
Sounds like you don't have access to the right tool? I'd soak it overnight in PB Blaster or equivalent and borrow a 1/2 drive socket wrench set up. You will be hard pressed to break that loose with just a hand held allen.
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From: Michigan 15 Minutes East Of Hell
Don't use a piece of pipe on a ratchet handle ... this is a quick way to hurt yourself ... the added leverage generally results in the ratchet head breaking, along with pieces of your fingers suffering also ... If you feel added leverage will help in loosening the bolt use a breaker bar.
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Road Master
Joined: May 2006
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From: Greater St Louis, MO
Get yourself the socket allens. I have the ball end sockets in short and long; which are a life saver. You may need to use an extension and or swivel and come in from the other side to access the area. The recommendation for PB Blaster or liquid wrench overnight is a good one.
