EGR blanking

[nintyfanboy]

So i would like to install the egr blanking kit however before i purchase it i want to know that i can remove those two seized up torx bolts anyone have some ideas on how it can be done? using the torx key wasn't budging it.

[bsperka]

Usually a hex head,rather than torx. Use lots of penetrating oil, or perhaps try using a freeze spray on the bolts. Best of luck. Use anti seize when reassembling.

[Blknight.aus]

easy if you have the gear, where in australia are you?

If you're nearby to ipswich you can drop in on a day that I have mechanicing on and I'll give you a hand to get it out.

[nintyfanboy]

Usually a hex head,rather than torx. Use lots of penetrating oil, or perhaps try using a freeze spray on the bolts. Best of luck. Use anti seize when reassembling.

oh yer sorry it was a hex head ok might give that a try :)



easy if you have the gear, where in australia are you?

If you're nearby to ipswich you can drop in on a day that I have mechanicing on and I'll give you a hand to get it out.


thanks heaps for the offer but im in WA :)

[bsperka]

Then they let go... If they snap then you will need to use eziouts. Exhaust manifold will need to come off, I guess.

[Ollie]

It may not be suitable in this case but removing captive bolts can be helped by using a pin punch and hammer and applying a shock load square on to the top of the bolt head. Be aware that If the punch used sits on the top of a SHCS it may close the hex a little can be useful to tight the key.
If it unscrews a little tighten it again then unscrew a little more and keep turning back and fore until you have a gap on the plate to manifold then use more CRC / WD40 / Diesel. If it snaps is there enough to get the vice grips on if not file it flush.Carefully use a Center punch before drilling with a small pilot drill first. If the drill goes all the way through the bolt use the CRC again. If the Easy Outs don't work drill a hole tapping size and re- tap. Mine came out fairly easily. Good Luck