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bmxanddie

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thermostat issues....
« on: Apr 08, 2006, 02:02:39 PM »
heres my problem. The bolt broke right off. I think my only option is to drill it out and re tap it. We've been trying to get it to budge with vice grips and some pb blaster but it hasnt moved yet :dunno:  ideas?
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Re: thermostat issues....
« Reply #1 on: Apr 08, 2006, 02:17:07 PM »
work it with a torch, but dont melt/warp the housing



also there is a lot of that bole still esposed, get a stud remover or bolt out kit from sears, they are liek $20 or so and will get that right out....
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Re: thermostat issues....
« Reply #2 on: Apr 08, 2006, 02:24:36 PM »
torch was my first idea but its tight next to my fuel rail and that didnt seem like a good idea:)     i'm gonna go check sears and see what i can find. Thanks
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Re: thermostat issues....
« Reply #3 on: Apr 08, 2006, 07:25:29 PM »
weld a nut to the top of the stud
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