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« on: December 22, 2008, 07:20:32 PM »
i have extra bolts if you need 'em, or am i misunderstanding the problem?
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« Reply #1 on: December 23, 2008, 05:30:41 AM »
Quote from: konadave on December 22, 2008, 11:08:02 PM
The 6th bolt was so tight that before it broke free the bolt head failed. The nice torx star pattern has been replaced by a giant circular divit. The bolt is still completely secure with no apparent means to release it.

wd-40 can help loosen parts, so spray some of that on there and let it soak in.  then use a needle nose pliers to grip the outside of the bolt and try and loosen it that way.  I think there are some other techniques for pulling stripped bolts too, anyone got some other tips?
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« Reply #2 on: December 23, 2008, 07:48:21 AM »
Quote from: Dirtsurfer on December 23, 2008, 06:47:18 AM
Using a Dremel, cut a straight slot through the head and remove using a standard screw driver.  The heat from the cut will also aid in it's removal. 

Thats what I would do.

Then after its done I would celebrate my victory with some fried chicken.
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« Reply #3 on: December 23, 2008, 12:06:43 PM »
Quote from: konadave on December 23, 2008, 11:45:31 AM
I dremeled in a nice slot for a screwdriver, then proceeded to destroy the head even further. That mother is tight! I guess I'll have to try a drilling option, some other day. Thanks for the suggestions.

Did you try the WD40?  How about hitting it with a hammer to try and break the locktite?
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