wformula91

so i was going to change my thermostat, and some ******* decided to really torque those bitches on there, and i ended up breaking one of the bolts, and the other one just will not budge. any ideas on what i should do? ive already tried to get a broken bolt remover kit, the only thing i can do now is take it to the shop, but ive got really no money. any ideas would be much appreciated

TNT_Z28

try the usual:

-liquid wrench or a similar product.

-carefully heat the bolt and surrounding intake with a torch
(i dont know how practical this would be for your situation. it depends on whats attached or near your waterneck. ive seen smaller butane torches that produce a relatively small flame, but keep in mind an open flame isn't a good idea by fuel)

-as for the broken bolt, id try an easy out. if that doesnt work, drill out the old broken bolt completely and insert a heli-coil.

wformula91

i cant do anything with a torch, but i will see if i can get my hands on easy out. if you could tell me where i can get a heli-coil, that would be awesome. thanks for the help.

TNT_Z28

The Hardware Store! im working at one right now LOL. well not really working seeing how im on the computer.

wformula91

lol alright thank you so much. ill keep you posted on how it goes

Countryguy

Autozone is where I got mine.

sofakingdom

iTrader: (1)

DON'T bother with an EZ-Out!!!

About 90% of the time, they just break off inthe hole; and they're AHELLUVALOT HARDER to drill out, than a bolt.

File or grind the broken end of the bolt flat; center-punch it perfectly in the center; drill it with successively larger drill bits, like a 1/8", then ¼", then 5/16", which should let you get the fragments of the bolt out; if not, or if you damage the threads in the intake, Heli-Coil the hole and put the right size bolt back in, with PLENTY of thick grease or anti-seize to keep it from happening again.