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Old 10-11-2010, 08:00 PM
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I broke 2 bolts off the steering box and I can't get them out, please help.
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You'll need an extractor bit and a drill.

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2 choices 1) heat them and turn them out 2)drill out and retap..
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You'll need an extractor bit and a drill.

X2 these things Can really work wonders.
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I broke 2 bolts off the steering box and I can't get them out, please help.
Take your steering box off, remove the spacer and you should have enough bolt to get a pair of vice grips on.
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You'll need an extractor bit and a drill.
...and lots of penetrating oil.
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Thank you, I'll try to get them out today.
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