how do I get this broken bolt out?
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An easy out is going to be the best option but I would see if you can get some vice grips on it. But you will have to tighten the vice grips down a lot and hope it does not slip, also try applying heat to the bolt and hub assembly too.
Visegrips as tight as you can get them. Then tap the end of the bolt with a hammer as you try to turn it.
Weld a nut to it and crank
nukegoat
Should have bought a Jeep
Vice grips then weld
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thx everyone
I’d double nut first - if there are threads - and then go vice grips
itbrokeagain
SILVER Star
Vice grips. It should spin right out
If you have to drill it and use an extractor, use a Dremel to cut it flat and center punch it first with a sharp steel punch. You have a lot of material sticking out, which is a lucky break.
mudgudgeon
Resident galah
I've had great success with stud remover tool similar to above.
I have a set in a range of sizes that work well on rounded off nuts, and bolts too
I have a set in a range of sizes that work well on rounded off nuts, and bolts too
I JUST did the exact same job. After vise grips didn't work, cutting a slot in the end and using an impact screwdriver didn't work, I went to the local auto parts store and picked up this thing. 30 seconds and the stud was out, super-easy. I went ahead and replaced all six studs and this tool made removal a breeze.
If you have to go with heat use MAPP gas and not propane. Kroil, heat, hammer, repeat. It will come out, just be patient and don't get too aggressive. I know from experience that hulking out isn't the best approach.
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where can I source these studs? autozone, etc? I also noticed while disassembling things one of those cone washers you have to tap out with a brass tool was missing. (someone else lost it before I had a chance to) where can I find one of those guys? while I'm at it, the pins that the brake pads slide on were in horrible shape, the caliper otherwise was dirty but fine. where can I get a new one of those guys?
Look on ToyotaPartsDeal for any OEM parts you need. Just put your car info in and search by category or name.
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I pulled mine out with this. Works great.
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heat and vice grip or heat and stud extractor, spiral extractor or ez out would not be ideal for this. extractors are best used on a bolt or stud that broke due to over torqueing not due to being seized into whatever they are in.
you could end up having to grind out the spiral extractor enough to get to the back side and punch it out in an upper oil pan and have your manager come over see what your doing and casually say "glad that's not me" and walk away.
you could end up having to grind out the spiral extractor enough to get to the back side and punch it out in an upper oil pan and have your manager come over see what your doing and casually say "glad that's not me" and walk away.
