Bolt is stuck, Any suggestions?

[JohnD1079]

ok, so im chaning my rear shocks on my car, but the bottom bolt is stuck to the bushing. I already ripped the bushing through, But the bolt seems to be physically rusted onto the metal that the bushing connects to.

Im stumped, and i do not know what to do. Any Suggestions?

[GunRunner]

maybe this will help ya out.

http://www.cb7tuner.com/vbb/showthre...ght=rear+strut

[ExplodingCake]

PB Blaster

[icedplaya123]

I had to do the same thing with my car definately try to get a really sharp chisel it'll make it alot easier. Also i paid at $15 for my replacement at NAPA so far everythings good

[JohnD1079]

as of right now, i have two options. Grind off one of the ends of the shock, or cut the bolt.

If i cut the bolt, i still have to remove it from the bushing thing without breaking it...so im still undecided

[cp[mike]]

the bolt is stuck because the outside of the bolt is completely seized into the center sleeve of the bushing.

you could try pb blaster and much more force, but that usually ends in the head of the bolt shearing off.

in most cases the only option for removal is doing some cutting and replace the bushing. if you do manage to squeeze it out, please dont reuse the same bolt

[champagneaccord]

Kick it?

LOL

That's what I did to break it free sometimes

[n4red]

you can always try some liquid wrench or wd40. you will need to let it sit up awhile maybe over night.

[JohnD1079]

well, i got it out. by cutting buth side of the bushing inside the shock mounting.

Now i will be getting new bolts for them. as well as bushings