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Trev:
Okay guys, easy one for ya.  One of my stem bolts is really tight.  So tight I can see the allen key starting to bend when try to undo it.  what is the best way to loosen it?  wd40?


also, do you know if all, i suppose they are called hollow fork bolts now (formally known as hollow stem bolts) are different sizes or not.  I need to replace one.  Sh1Tstanleys were supposed to have sent me a replacement one months ago, but now i have given up all hope from them.

cheers.

harris:
i use a socket alen key on a ratchet  ,better pressure but can snap easy.
wd will help

MartyC:
Also, see if you can get a centre punch into the the allen head and hit it with a hammer to break the "weld" on the threads  :daumenhoch:

Trev:
yeah, i've got something that will give it more leverage, but i think i'll need stronger allen keys.  you could tell these were about to snap with just me pulling on it.  fooking cheap homebase tat.  

Trev:

--- Quote from: MartyC on July 11, 2007, 10:04 PM ---Also, see if you can get a centre punch into the the allen head and hit it with a hammer to break the "weld" on the threads  :daumenhoch:

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would that cause any damage?

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