Date:         Thu, 2 Mar 2000 09:11:55 EST
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From:         KENWILFY@AOL.COM
Subject:      Re: stripped flywheel bolt
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Had this happen recently.  Used a grinder to grind new flats on the bolt head
and then an impact air wrench to brake it loose (it was on there).  Just keep
grinding a little and then comparing it to the socket you want to put on
there (6 point if you have one) and you'll get it.
Hope this helps.


Ken Wilford
http://www.vanagain.com
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