stripped torx
09-05-06, 08:10 PM
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stripped torx
i have one rotor bolt that is stripped. any way that i can get it out without drilling?
09-05-06, 08:11 PM
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JB Weld or some type of strong epoxy to keep the bit attached to the bolt? I don't know if it would be strong enough though, I've never tried anything like that.
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I've used JB Weld on some larger allen bolts but nothing as small as a rotor bolt, but your best bet is to use JB Weld
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Easy-outs work sometimes - - especially the twist kind (as opposed to the square cross-section kind).
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09-05-06, 09:05 PM
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Lots of Liquid Wrench for a day or two - then Easy-Out. Blow torch maybe depending on where it is.
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blow torch and aluminum hubs equal new hub.
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I know you said you didn't want to resort to drilling, but I've used a drill bit I found at sears like this one: https://www.alsnetbiz.com/homeimprove...ged_screw.html
with great success. I guess consider it a last resort if all else fails.
with great success. I guess consider it a last resort if all else fails.
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Originally Posted by MattP.
Use a dremel and make a notch in it for a flat head. Worked for me.
