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PbFut

09-05-2023 09:46 PM

Rear Drums on 72 c20

Other than a drill, what is the proven method for breaking free the keeper screws on the drums? I have very short attention and patience but so far resisted getting the drill out.

body bolt

09-05-2023 10:05 PM

Re: Rear Drums on 72 c20

I use one of those hammer-driven impact tools.

RichardJ

09-05-2023 10:36 PM

Re: Rear Drums on 72 c20

Same here.

Richard

09-05-2023 10:45 PM

Re: Rear Drums on 72 c20

On really stuck bolts and screws I turn to heat when situation allows it. Break out the acetylene/oxygen torch, heat head of fastener until red hot and then screw it out.

PbFut

09-06-2023 12:49 AM

Re: Rear Drums on 72 c20

Thank you. Tool ordered.
I don't have a torch. MAPP gas is as hot as things get around here. Let's hope the tool does it.

don t. - 72gmc

09-06-2023 08:10 AM

Re: Rear Drums on 72 c20

I've had some success w/a propane torch and a spray bottle of ATF.
I've had some success w/a propane torch and beeswax.

In my case(smile), I've got more time than $'s...Don.

LockDoc

09-07-2023 10:00 AM

Re: Rear Drums on 72 c20

Quote:

Originally Posted by PbFut (Post 9237432)

Thank you. Tool ordered.
I don't have a torch. MAPP gas is as hot as things get around here. Let's hope the tool does it.

Mapp Gas is better than nothing. Heat those baby's up and let them cool for a minute or two before using your new tool....

That will break any rust bond between the screw threads and the drums

LockDoc

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