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Post by brazenc5 on Apr 7, 2008 22:15:26 GMT -5
Any tips or tricks removing this steering head bolt? A 22mm socket is too small and a 23mm socket seems too big. I tried cranking on it with a crescent wrench, (both ways) and this thing just won't loosen up, it just changes the angle of steer from L-R. I'm stuck  |
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Post by sjef on Apr 8, 2008 10:13:03 GMT -5
Hallo.
i have here both a 22mm and a 7/8" socket, they both work fine
best regards sjef
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Post by brazenc5 on Apr 8, 2008 12:45:45 GMT -5
I'm sorry for the stupid question, but just to confirm, i'm going to crank this counter clockwise (from the rider's seat perspective)?
Once in a while I come across a bolt head that doesn't fit the "lefty loosey, righty tighty" rule. For example the bolt that holds the blade in my miter saw.
I'll try the 7/8s socket and a big arse breaker bar. thanks.
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Post by brazenc5 on Apr 10, 2008 1:37:07 GMT -5
Update: I got great advice from modrocker to heat up the bolt with a heat source, and tap it with a mallet or hammer with a piece of wood in between. Well after using a propane torch and hammer I was finally able to loosen the bolt and can move on with the project.
Thanks modrocker!!
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