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hunter
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tight nuts

Post by hunter »

Hi all.
I have a problem with some unmovable nuts where i can only get open ended spanners on
in awkward places ,i have heard about a tool that uses electric from a battery to heat the nut only
to cherry red ,much safer where fire is a big risk .
Has anyone heard of this tool and what it is called,also where i might find one
thanking you hopefully.
cheers Martyn
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Duncan
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Re: tight nuts

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Martyn

Found this with a search for £395 http://www.bolt-buster.co.uk/#1 or this one http://www.theinductor.com/ there are probably others available.
DM2
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Re: tight nuts

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Have not heard of a battery powered stud heater, but you can get a mains powered induction heater that will do the job.

Probably cost too much for one small job

http://www.bolt-buster.co.uk/#1
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Re: tight nuts

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A cheaper method is to chain drill a row of small holes in the flat of the nut and then use a chisel in the slot created to drive the nut round.
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Re: tight nuts

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I'd be interested to know the precise problem, engine/model etc.
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GOLDSTAR
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Re: tight nuts

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looking at the tools t'would seem if you can get the heating element on then you could get a ring spanner on also, however along the lines of heat application and getting it precise what about a high power 'lectric soldering iron to get the nut hot? worth a try perhaps, kind regards
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Re: tight nuts

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Hi

I'd get a decent gas torch system, (for about the same price), and use it for lots more applications than this rather specialised product.

Regards Mick
hunter
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Re: tight nuts

Post by hunter »

Hi all.
Thanks to all who replied to my plea,the bolt buster would almost do the job but for one bolt, the least accessable one that will only take openender
and at £395 makes me wince a lot!!!. By the way,job is cast iron e/manifold on side valve block so hammer and chisel no go.I like the soldering iron remedy
if i locate one i'll try that, otherwise gas it will be with hose pipe at the ready .
Cheers Martyn
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Re: tight nuts

Post by Mick D »

Hi

You can get a Sievert gas torch and hose kit for around £70 - it fits a 'Calor' propane bottle - very useful things to have.

http://www.cupalloys.co.uk/torch-kits/index.asp

Regards Mick
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Re: tight nuts

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The other option is to use a freeze spray - sometimes loosens obstinate nuts and a helluva lot safer.

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