Stuck bolt prob...

machnjo · 12-23-2006, 09:54 AM

I'm installing a Mac Prochamber and I trying to get the Magnaflow X-pipe off. I been able to get all the bolts loosened except one. Its on the passenger side, closest to the engine. Its a bitch to get to, just got back with a breaker bar and flexible extension, any other suggestions would be appreciated.

MattJ · 12-23-2006, 09:57 AM

spray the living bejesus out of it with pb blaster and let it soak.

machnjo · 12-23-2006, 09:59 AM

Doh, thats the other thing I meant to get from the store, thanks Matt.

*03gtmustang* · 12-23-2006, 10:36 AM

If all that doesnt work, then get a torch.

machnjo · 12-23-2006, 01:27 PM

Well, I'm done with my weekend project. Got the BP Blaster and soaked the bolt for about 30 minutes, then tried to get the nut off and stripped the d*** thing. Unfortunately, its christmas weekend, and I don't have the tools to take off a stripped nut, so sometime this next week when shops are open again, I'll need to try and find one that will remove that nut for me.

ernest russell · 12-23-2006, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by machnjo

Well, I'm done with my weekend project. Got the BP Blaster and soaked the bolt for about 30 minutes, then tried to get the nut off and stripped the d*** thing. Unfortunately, its christmas weekend, and I don't have the tools to take off a stripped nut, so sometime this next week when shops are open again, I'll need to try and find one that will remove that nut for me.

little trick get a 12 point socket a little smaller than the nut after you heated the nut drive the socket on it should be on there tight enough to take it off good luck

MattJ · 12-23-2006, 06:25 PM

get a vice grips and clamp down on that bastard as hard as you can. you can then use a hammer to really strike it loose. sometimes it works, sometimes not. if you dont have access to a torch, goto a cig store and buy a butane torch (like a crack smokers lighter) and just goto town. they burn a lot hotter than your normal bic lighters.

Icefreezen · 12-23-2006, 08:11 PM

That nut is a b**** took 4-5 tries out and under the car till I finally took it to a shop to work on it.

PureStang · 12-23-2006, 08:33 PM

i broke my finger trying to get that damn bolt off. since then, my uncle has invested in air tools. lol

Lunati · 12-23-2006, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by PureStang

i broke my finger trying to get that damn bolt off. since then, my uncle has invested in air tools. lol

Good investment. I did the same as well.

jadartt · 12-23-2006, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MattJ

get a vice grips and clamp down on that bastard as hard as you can. you can then use a hammer to really strike it loose. sometimes it works, sometimes not. if you dont have access to a torch, goto a cig store and buy a butane torch (like a crack smokers lighter) and just goto town. they burn a lot hotter than your normal bic lighters.

You have obviously never tried to get to the particular nut that is being discussed, took me several different wobblies and cutting down a deepwell socket to get it off. I hate that nut.

Short sockets were too short, and the long one didn't allow me to get the angle that I needed. I cut off about 1/8 of an inch and it went smooth like butta.

*03gtmustang* · 12-23-2006, 11:10 PM

Unless Matt had someone else install his midpipe, messed with those bolts before.

But you are right, the short sockets are too short and the deep ones are too deep. Luckily, I had the perfect length socket and removed mine without any issues.

BrentK · 12-24-2006, 07:56 AM

Best way to do it now would be to just burn the socket on and buy a new bolt

MattJ · 12-24-2006, 08:22 AM

Mine was pretty easy to take off after i cut it with a small grinder.

machnjo · 12-24-2006, 11:53 AM

Man, I was hoping that the x-pipe was going to be a simple "bolt-on" project since my available tools are pretty limited atm. I tried for hours to get that damn nut off. Ended up snapping a couple of 3/8" universal joints and warping a flexible extension. Looks like mine next tool purchases will be a grinder and some air tools. I posted a s.o.s on my local clubs board to see if anyone here would be interested in helping, its a good group, so I'm pretty sure someone will step up. Thanks for everyone suggestions, it is much appreciated.

ernest russell · 12-24-2006, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by machnjo

Man, I was hoping that the x-pipe was going to be a simple "bolt-on" project since my available tools are pretty limited atm. I tried for hours to get that damn nut off. Ended up snapping a couple of 3/8" universal joints and warping a flexible extension. Looks like mine next tool purchases will be a grinder and some air tools. I posted a s.o.s on my local clubs board to see if anyone here would be interested in helping, its a good group, so I'm pretty sure someone will step up. Thanks for everyone suggestions, it is much appreciated.

buy yourself a can of anti-seize and use it, it really works lol

12-23-2006, 09:54 AM	#1 (permalink)
machnjo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,086	Stuck bolt prob... I'm installing a Mac Prochamber and I trying to get the Magnaflow X-pipe off. I been able to get all the bolts loosened except one. Its on the passenger side, closest to the engine. Its a bitch to get to, just got back with a breaker bar and flexible extension, any other suggestions would be appreciated. __________________ 2004 Screaming Yellow Mach 1 (5spd) 2002 Mineral Grey GT (auto, DD) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2534038/1 Sig courtesy of wnracing

12-23-2006, 09:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
MattJ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 10,243	spray the living bejesus out of it with pb blaster and let it soak. __________________ 2001 Mustang GT Premium - Mineral Grey

12-23-2006, 09:59 AM	#3 (permalink)
machnjo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,086	Doh, thats the other thing I meant to get from the store, thanks Matt. __________________ 2004 Screaming Yellow Mach 1 (5spd) 2002 Mineral Grey GT (auto, DD) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2534038/1 Sig courtesy of wnracing

12-23-2006, 10:36 AM	#4 (permalink)
03gtmustang Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 3,241	If all that doesnt work, then get a torch. __________________ D&D Auto Detailing -Dan

12-23-2006, 01:27 PM	#5 (permalink)
machnjo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,086	Well, I'm done with my weekend project. Got the BP Blaster and soaked the bolt for about 30 minutes, then tried to get the nut off and stripped the d*** thing. Unfortunately, its christmas weekend, and I don't have the tools to take off a stripped nut, so sometime this next week when shops are open again, I'll need to try and find one that will remove that nut for me. __________________ 2004 Screaming Yellow Mach 1 (5spd) 2002 Mineral Grey GT (auto, DD) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2534038/1 Sig courtesy of wnracing

12-23-2006, 06:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
MattJ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 10,243	get a vice grips and clamp down on that bastard as hard as you can. you can then use a hammer to really strike it loose. sometimes it works, sometimes not. if you dont have access to a torch, goto a cig store and buy a butane torch (like a crack smokers lighter) and just goto town. they burn a lot hotter than your normal bic lighters. __________________ 2001 Mustang GT Premium - Mineral Grey

12-23-2006, 08:11 PM	#8 (permalink)
Icefreezen Mustang Superman Join Date: May 2005 Location: Your mom's bed Posts: 3,908	That nut is a b**** took 4-5 tries out and under the car till I finally took it to a shop to work on it. __________________

12-23-2006, 08:33 PM	#9 (permalink)
PureStang WE ARE PENNSTATE Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Downingtown/West Chester, PA Posts: 4,878	i broke my finger trying to get that damn bolt off. since then, my uncle has invested in air tools. lol __________________ Brandon J My Ride sig by purestang

12-23-2006, 11:10 PM	#12 (permalink)
03gtmustang Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northern Va Posts: 3,241	Unless Matt had someone else install his midpipe, messed with those bolts before. But you are right, the short sockets are too short and the deep ones are too deep. Luckily, I had the perfect length socket and removed mine without any issues. __________________ D&D Auto Detailing -Dan

12-24-2006, 07:56 AM	#13 (permalink)
BrentK Win it or wreck it Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: My Heart is in Ohio Posts: 1,287	Best way to do it now would be to just burn the socket on and buy a new bolt __________________ 2003 GT

12-24-2006, 08:22 AM	#14 (permalink)
MattJ Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 10,243	Mine was pretty easy to take off after i cut it with a small grinder. __________________ 2001 Mustang GT Premium - Mineral Grey

12-24-2006, 11:53 AM	#15 (permalink)
machnjo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,086	Man, I was hoping that the x-pipe was going to be a simple "bolt-on" project since my available tools are pretty limited atm. I tried for hours to get that damn nut off. Ended up snapping a couple of 3/8" universal joints and warping a flexible extension. Looks like mine next tool purchases will be a grinder and some air tools. I posted a s.o.s on my local clubs board to see if anyone here would be interested in helping, its a good group, so I'm pretty sure someone will step up. Thanks for everyone suggestions, it is much appreciated. __________________ 2004 Screaming Yellow Mach 1 (5spd) 2002 Mineral Grey GT (auto, DD) http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2534038/1 Sig courtesy of wnracing

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