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1966 Engine Crossmember Bolts

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  • Start date Start date Oct 31, 2009
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66newbie

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Any tips on getting these things out. I crank on them and I get nothing.
 
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I had to use an impact wrench on mine.
 
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2+2GT

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Ditto, I wouldn't even attempt to remove these without an air impact wrench. They are unique bolts, screwed into nuts welded inside the frame. If you strip or break either, it becomes a real mess to fix.

 

Mustang Jim

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Spray alot of penetrating oil on the bolts before attempting to loosen them. I broke one of mine in an attempt to remove the crossmember so that I could get out a lower control arm. I tried drilling it out and only got so far as it is hardened steel. So, then I tried using an extractor and that broke in the hole. Back to drilling again. I then tapped threads and put it back together. Waaaaay too much work. Get the penetrating oil and impact driver out.
 

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I used an impact wrench, they came right out and now are sitting in my bolt box taking up room
 
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