andyfreelandy
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1) There is no magic tool or potion that will work every time to release a seized bolt - a well balanced hammer (with the room to swing it), a set of long punches, a fine flame propane torch and a can of Plus Gas will get you a long way once the nut has been cut off. I have never had a lot of luck with nut splitters and there never seems to be room for a hacksaw on most modern cars so angle-grinder if you have room for it or I like the Dremel and the SpeedClic cutting discs for getting the awkward ones off. Drilling down the centre of a stuck bolt will also often de-stress it enough to get the thing to turn.1) - What is the best way to get off a completely seized nut and bolt - angle grinder, hacksaw, heat, nut splitter?? I have loads to do and would appreciate experience of others.
2) - Does anyone know where all the nuts and bolts and the very long hub pivot bolt can be obtained from (apart from dealer!) - is there a kit, if so I would appreciate ordering details.
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LOL, I think that may have happened to me too. If I recall I used a welder to heat the bolt up before bashing it out but I had to cut a chunk out of the middle so I was pushing it through one hole at a time.So rusty - rattled the heads off !
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