Yeah, the wall did some damage, but it was still able to be driven. I have been soaking the bolts and have used heat. It might come to cutting the bolts. Bolts aren't expensive.

 

Were you able to get the bolt separated from the nut? If so and you are just having trouble getting the bolt out of the frame and arm, try hitting it with a hammer until it is flush. then grab an old bolt or screwdriver that you dont mind potentially damaging and hit that with the hammer to push the bolt out.

 

http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...6070_200396070

 

I appreciate all your comments and advice. I learned a lot from this whole project. All that I learned is listed below.

1. Don't EVER attempt an undercarriage project using hand tools. They will wear you out and get you nowhere fast. Impacts are the way. It's like taking a butter knife to a machine gun fight.

2. PB blaster is awesome, but will sometimes not penetrate salt fused joints. Impacts helped there as well.

3. Don't be stubborn. I'm a stubborn German who thought he had it handled. I phoned a friend who has a sick amount of tools. Him and his tools accomplished more in 20 minutes that I did in 3 hours.

4. Use resources that you know....mechanic friends etc.. My buddy is not working, but has killer mechanic skills. He helped me out and made $150 for 5-6 hours of his time and was fed and had some beers. Not sure if he was expecting money, but I told him I would pay him and I did.

5. Bloodshed will happen.

6. Consult Cherokee forum for oodles of information and tips.

Thank You all for your input and comments!