PS: When the time does come to remove the nut or bolt, and you've been soaking it as previously posted, Work the bolt/nut back & forth, While frequently spraying the WD40. This keeps it lubricated, of course, but also washes the rust out of the treads. best, JC...
In a message dated 7/23/2005 4:30:51 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, Trvlr2001@AOL.COM writes: Hi All, Anytime I have a project involving the exhaust system, I start two weeks ahead of time, soaking all of the connectors with WD40. Get under there & spray every couple of days. The heat sucks the penetrating oil in. & still....it aint easy ! JC... . |
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