broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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logan9691
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broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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So busted crank bolt today and it's deep inside the threads. Need some ideas about how to get it out.

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Re: broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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Is this with the engine in the car? If so you are going to have a problem here.
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Re: broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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yes but we are pulling the engine out this weekend.
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Re: broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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Try a left-handed drill bit, it might grab what's left and spin it out.
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Re: broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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ya thats a possibility but drilling through that bolt won't be much fun and there might be thread locker on it.
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Re: broken crank bolt NEED HELP!!!

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Make/find a sleeve to keep the bit centered on the bolt.
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