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    Default Old Mechanic Trick To Removing Rusty Exhaust Manifold Bolts



    Bottom Line: Penetrant and let soak, six point socket/wrench, back and forth (loosen / tighten), maybe use some heat, keep bolts tight until all have been broken loose.


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    Default Re: Old Mechanic Trick To Removing Rusty Exhaust Manifold Bolts



    I actually just used the loosen/tighten method to remove some of the bolts holding in my old shocks. Thanks, Jim!
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    Glad it helped!

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