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| SirPeale:
One of the games I'm restoring has a really rusted leg leveler mounting plate. The original leveler is really frozen in there. Tips for removing it without hurting the mounting plate? I've taken a torch to it (propane, not welding), WD-40, 3-in-1 oil, and just plain brute force. |
| boogieman:
I don't know what the part looks like (pics?) but I know a lot of times if you strike the bolt on the end it will break loose the rust. Just give it a solid hit with a hammer. If that doesn't work, take some computer duster, turn it upside down and squirt that on it. It will shoot out liquid/frozen co2 which can break the rust bond. Hope this helps! |
| ringram:
WD-40 isn't a good penetrating fluid. At least use liquid wrench. There are many products available that are much better than WD-40. Spray the threads of the bolt and the nut. Let it soak. Spray it again, let it soak. A propane torch may work, but won't give enough heat fast enough. I've removed many stuck bolts from old engines, etc. I've also broken many as well. Patience is the key. |
| Ginsu Victim:
--- Quote from: ringram on May 26, 2008, 10:48:41 am --- A propane torch may work, but won't give enough heat fast enough. --- End quote --- But enough heat might let the bolt expand, breaking the hold of the rust. Just don't spray WD-40 on it before you heat it. ;D |
| boogieman:
Just thought of something... If you do use the computer duster, that stuff is flammable, so don't do it right after using a propane torch... probably wouldn't do anything but just to be safe. |
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