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Old 12-09-17 | 10:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Racing Dan
Not exactly sure what you are asking, but from my experience, penetrating oil do nothing to "break free" seized bolts, seat posts, ... but once free, the oil helps lubricating the parts, for easier disassembly.

Patience, Dan... Patience...... and there's a point of no return for rusted stuff...

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