Rear Bearings
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Drifting
Joined: Jan 2001
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From: Mickleton NJ
Rear Bearings
I got a set of rear bearing /hubs for my 93 I got the drivers side done after 2 hours , but I can't seem to break the top bolt on the passanger side. I soaked the front of the bolt with penetraiting oil and will try again today. If I can't braek it can I heat or cool , can I drop the half shaft any tips or suggestions. Thanks for your help as usual Jim
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From: Silicon Valley Kalifornia
Re: Rear Bearings (Jim D)
Heating is one way to go but sometimes I try a little bit of freezing. I think Radio Shack sells this spray stuff that freezes electric components for testing purposes. I use it to freeze the bolt, so that when it shrinks it pulls in onto the threads some penetrant (wd40). Make sure the area at the begining of the threads is clean so the threads can 'see' the penetrant. Also, some light taps from a hammer can help the situation. Goos luck.
