Breaking old bolts on '79 Trans Am

Oct 06, 2006 5 Replies

Getting this TA apart for restoration has been a huge undertaking. All the bolts are frozen and are breaking half the time. I have one bolt holding the front sway bar on that just turns. It bolts into the frame and I can see through a little hole that the bolt is spinning inside. This inside bolt looks like it should have been welded inside the frame. I can't get a tool in there. Has anyone encountered this before? Will I have to drill a large hole in the frame rail?



Any advice would be appreciated.


Can you get a pry bar in against the nut?

Do you have a sawzall or a torch? Charles

I can't get a pry bar in, there are only small holes off to either side. I'll tell you every other bolt on the bottom end has been a real experience. I need to get the exhaust manifolds off and that will be a nightmare.

I couldn't find a mechanic willing to work on the thing. I'm in pretty much over my head.

its all about VW's but they theory is the same for any rusty nuts and bolts

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some very good resto techniques and tips if you nose about the whole site !!!

Rich

Now that is a grat article. It is now one of my favs. Thanks Rich!

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