I purchased an aftermarket bolt handle to replace the factory one. The big nut on the back of the bolt handle seems impossible to break free. Is this normal, any suggestions on how to get it off?
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I purchased an aftermarket bolt handle to replace the factory one. The big nut on the back of the bolt handle seems impossible to break free. Is this normal, any suggestions on how to get it off?
install you allen wrench in the nut, set it on the floor (carpet) then step on it
drybean
Sometimes when it breaks loose the pop will make you think you broke something in half. They can be very tight. Don't even try to tighten it back that tight.
Floyd
If you have a vise, install the bolt handle in padded jaws, insert an Allen head socket with a breaker bar, a 2 ft. pipe on the breaker bar, and lean into it slowly until it breaks loose. Don't use the impact wrench.
Good Luck.......Jim ;-))
Give THIS a read. I think it will be of help. Works every time.
I see Drybean already touched on it, the link has some pics showing how to:
I put the Allen wrench into the bolt, then held the bolt in my left hand with my index finger wrapped around the bolt handle, then rapped on the Allen wrench with a hammer. Broke it right free. Same idea, but without the vise or impact wrench. Kroil might also help.