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Oct 24th, 2009, 12:31 PM
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Getting exhaust off the jug
Am having a problem getting the front exhaust off. The nut is not comming loose. Ibecause the pipe is close to the nut I am not able to get a regular 1/2 inch socket on the nut. The nut appears to be rusted on. Any ideas of what I could use to get the nut to come loose?
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Oct 24th, 2009, 12:38 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
PB Blaster is amazing stuff. You have to let it sit for a while but it does work.
Walmart & Napa has it. |
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Oct 24th, 2009, 01:11 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
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Oct 24th, 2009, 01:43 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
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 That said, I have found the "Thin wall construction" used in Craftsman sockets (6 point for strength, 12 point for tight, quick applications) work the best especially on the exhaust system. Sears, K-mart and DoIt Hardware carry the tools. Make sure you use plenty of penetrating oil, while they are "warm" to facilitate removal. And use thread antiseize on threads reassembling. 
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Oct 24th, 2009, 02:05 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
If all else fails you can heat it up with a torch but be careful if you have sprayed any penetrating oil on it. it's usually flammable.
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Oct 24th, 2009, 06:17 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
I have been able to remove the nut. The stud came out of the cylinder. Did not find waht I thought might have happened. ThnakkS For you help
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Oct 24th, 2009, 06:22 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
No big deal, just install a new one by double nutting the new stud near the top end and thread it in, then remove both nuts with two wrenches.
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Oct 24th, 2009, 10:12 PM
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Re: Getting exhaust off the jug
I have read that a 50/50 mix of atf and aceton is the best penatrating oil available. It os much cheaper than kroil and works much better.
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