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'84z31: (2013-08-11 21:37:05)
What tool do I use? Obviously an allen-wrench doesn't offer enough leverage or torque do budge these screws. Just a dumb and simple question but would appreciate an answer.
Trbulnt: (2013-08-11 22:05:36)
You need a allen set for a 3/8 or 1/2 inch drive socket.
http://www.sears.com/search=allen%20…20socket%20set
G-E: (2013-08-11 22:58:28)
You should be careful with these, try using standard "break" procedures, like soak in penetrant, lightly heat and cool with torch and cold spray, wiggle with the wrench…
They are easy to strip, you don't want to apply a ton of torque on them
Z_Karma: (2013-08-12 02:03:29)
AND FOR GLOBS SAKE..ahem
Make sure the 6mm hex head driver socket (not a cheap ass ball end from a loose kit) is seating to the bottom of the screw head.
Debris can get in there so it doesn't seat properly which makes it easier to strip out when you're gently givin' it the onions.
reddzx: (2013-08-12 03:00:00)
I have used an Allen wrench with the long plug socket from the tool kit as an extension bar after soaking the bolts in PB Blaster. I did this a couple times until I bought a good hex socket
DeleriousZ: (2013-08-12 03:15:25)
If you're ever in a pickle, you can slide a 6mm wrench onto a 6mm allen key for added torque.
300zxturboftw: (2013-08-12 04:11:48)
You guys have stripped these things? what the heck are you torquing them to lol
i r teh noobz: (2013-08-12 04:24:34)
Tap the socket with a small hammer to make sure the bit seats all the way.
DeleriousZ: (2013-08-12 05:50:13)
Some of the bolts on jy cars that haven't been removed since the factory are pretty damn hard to get off there.
Careless: (2013-08-12 10:34:48)
this.
jaqattack02: (2013-08-12 13:08:09)
I just stuck one of these on my small impact and zapped them right out.
300zxturboftw: (2013-08-12 16:04:29)
I suppose. That's why you use the socket pictured above and hit it with a hammer to break apart rust. Tap of the trigger on an impact gun then use a hand tool to remove. Wah' la
reddzx: (2013-08-12 17:58:04)
An impact gun is great if you have a pneumatic one with a compressor or an electric one. Often times, we have neither at the junk yard.
DeleriousZ: (2013-08-12 18:07:22)
For sure. I've got a cordless one that just destroys shit and has great battery life. Been a life saver at the jy a few times already.
jaqattack02: (2013-08-12 20:23:19)
I always take both my big and small electric impact with me to the yard.
Careless: (2013-08-12 22:09:23)
Some JY's don't let you carry power tools into the yard.
reddzx: (2013-08-13 01:05:23)
I just finished pulling one today with my new hex 6mm socket
jaqattack02: (2013-08-13 01:19:01)
Can't say I've ever seen one as long as it's cordless. Only thing any of the one's around here don't allow is a jack.
i r teh noobz: (2013-08-13 01:26:05)
Most won't allow saws, but I've never had a bit of trouble bringing my impact.