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6/22/2003
16:10:59

Subject: HELP!! Removing broken bolt!!!
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I am in desperate need of some help removing a thermostat housing (bottom) bolt on a 4.7 whose head broke off when I was trying to remove the housing. There was about 1/4" of "stud" out of the block when the housing was removed, but that has dwindled down to nearly 1/8", due to the fact that it keeps breaking off when I try to loosen it.
I have tried WD-40 w/ vice grips, and heating the block and using vice grips but neither have worked. The position of the bolt makes it nearly impossible to drill it out straight w/out removing the radiator to get a good shot at it.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!



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6/22/2003
16:49:31

RE: HELP!! Removing broken bolt!!!
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If removing the radiator will help you get a straight shot at it then you better do it. I have used a drill of mine that the head is at a 45 degree angle. Its a air drill, very small to get in those tight spaces. If all you have is a regular big drill then forget it. Sometimes liquid wrench will also help if you have the time to let it work....



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6/23/2003
08:42:28

RE: HELP!! Removing broken bolt!!!
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i had the same problem, cept the dealer broke it in the block changing my stat on my 00 4.7. seems like a trend here guys!!!!! the drilled it out with an angled drill.

It's Gumbo night every night with all the rice i cook!

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