seanski06 Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 anybody ever just drill it out...and then throw in a bolt and nut? thats if i cant extract it first... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frag Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 Did it twice: once on a Loyale and once on my present Brighton. Drilling out takes time but you only have to drill the threaded part of the bolt (an inch and a half?). Once done just put a longer bolt and lock nut. Holds very well and much easier to remove next time. Dont forgert lots of antiseize. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artistic_gore Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 Be patient though. I was in a rush and the bit walked on me and now I am replacing the whole knuckle but it can be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 Be patient though. I was in a rush and the bit walked on me and now I am replacing the whole knuckle but it can be done. Pay attention to this guy! I've done it three times, but you have to be super careful not to get the hole too off center, or you will be replacing the whole knuckle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frag Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 A good idea might be to first drill a shallow pilot hole being extra careful to center it on the bolt and use the right size bit afterwards. Stop every now and then to insure that you're drilling in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikevan10 Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 Is there only one pinch bolt on any given Subaru? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frag Posted October 17, 2006 Share Posted October 17, 2006 Is there only one pinch bolt on any given Subaru? One on each side at the front = 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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