Need help to pull out the broken rear upper mount of the shocks

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May 15, 2009 | 02:44 PM

antibiotics

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Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: I6

Need help to pull out the broken rear upper mount of the shocks

Well, I did some research about possible approach to take out these snapped bolts. Since I don't have access to any power tool, I am considering following plans, please chime in and give me some instruction

Plan 1: Pop out the bolts using a hammer and a punch. I don't if this is too demanding to my muscle strength.

Plan 2: Hammer in a small socket into the bolt, then rotate the socket with ha breaker bar.

Any suggestions, folks

May 15, 2009 | 02:54 PM

Desertfox1023

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From: Burlington, NC

Year: 1994...mostly...

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0L I6 HO, Lot's of Bolt Ons

I would say get some power tools... A simple cordless drill with a bit would be great. Other than that can you get at it with a pair of channel locks?

May 15, 2009 | 02:54 PM

TrekkerJmm

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Year: 1994

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Originally Posted by antibiotics

Me Myself I tried to "Hammer" the bolts out but no matter how hard I tried there was not enough room to swing the hammer so I went to a friends to let him air hammer them all off for me and it took all of 5 minutes...Tj
Good Luck