Subject: Re: Exhaust Nut Removal
Author: Bill Cohoon
Date: Jan 23, 2004, 10:28 AM
Post ID: 1715838058
since the nuts are already screwed up... guess I would use a flat cold
punch or chisel.. make sure you have a good set on the nut.. and
carfully tap with a hammer... in the right direction, of course... Bill
Adam Lacy wrote:
| Hello all! I need some advise on removing the Exhaust Nuts from my 72' Eldo. I have been trying all methods, destructive and non-destructive, to remove these nuts. I ordered a 3 peice spanner set from Harbor Freight which only broke after about 20lbs of torque on them. I have tried to make my own wrench, which also broke. I finally got out the infamous pipe wrench in frustration. With this method the left side nut broke a chunk off and only wanted to bend the nut. I have lubricated it with different solutions, lubricants, wax, and even considered pouring beer on it to satisfy angered gods. Anyone have a suggestion short of dropping the thing off at Detroit Eurocycles? Disassembly of the bike took 3 nights of wrenching and documenting/packaging. Removal of these nuts has taken almost 2 and a half months. Ugg! Any suggestions are appreciated! Thanks! Adam Rochester, MI 72' Backetcase _________________________________________________________________ Learn how to choose, serve, and enjoy wine at Wine @ MSN. http://wine.msn.com/ |