[6pack] stripped bolt

[Hugh R McAleer]

Cut off the head of the bolt with a Zizz (?) wheel or grinder.  I removed a 
body from a '74 a few weeks ago and had to grind a couple buggered up bolts.

Then use lots of PB Blaster or similar and either use an easy out or drill 
it out and re-tap.

Hugh
HRMc
TR250 Owner and a couple of Stags
Zebulon, GA
Newsletter Editor
Georgia Triumph Association


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark" <mbullard at hawaii.rr.com>
To: "6pack List" <6pack at autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2008 7:52 PM
Subject: [6pack] stripped bolt


> Aloha all,
>
> I have removed all of the bolts holding body tub to the frame but one. 
> The
> passenger side on the rear deck is recessed and went in at an angle so the
> washer underneath prevents the socket from getting a good bite.  I have
> completely rounded over the edges in my frustration.  I've tried vise 
> grips
> but can't get a good hold.  Any ideas on how to remove this #$&^% off?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Mark Bullard
> '74 TR6
> Kailua, HI