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Old 03-07-10, 07:55 PM
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Unhappy rusted brake line bolts...

whats the best way to loosen the nuts that hold the rubber lines to the steel lines?
i used a 10mm along with wd-40 and ended up rounding one nut off.
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use vice grip...
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nothing loose.or u will keep stripping the bolt.
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i'll give that a try this weekend, thanx
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Buy some PB Blaster and let it soak for a while. WD40 doesn't work very well as a penetrant. WD40 = Water Displacement formula 40. PB Blaster is a penetrant specifically designed for situations like this. Since you rounded off a bolt, you'll need to use a vice grip. I suggest you get the appropriate brake line tool for future use so you don't round off any more nuts.

Google for brake line wrench
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I'm into the same issues with mine right now, I had to drill the head off with a drill bit then you can get in there with the WD40. You'll have to let it soak for a bit then try vise grips. I had to use a propane torch to heat mine but it's kinda scary around the gas lines.
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Don't use vise grips, purchase or borrow flare-nut wrenches for the job.
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Flare-nut wrenches FTW!
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