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How to remove a broken bolt in a deep hole | remove broken bolt in recessed hole

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How to remove a broken bolt in a deep hole | remove broken bolt in recessed hole

17,185,546 views November 13, 2018 13:39

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ChannelUltimate Handyman

In brief

Fix a stubborn broken bolt in a deep hole with two practical techniques—one for standard bolts and another for aluminum components. You’ll start by loosening the bolt with shock, heat, and penetrant, then drill it out carefully. Great for DIYers tackling tough mechanical repairs.

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What if the bolt is in aluminum?

The video includes a specific technique for sheared bolts in aluminum components.

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It can be difficult removing a broken bolt or stud that is recessed in a deep hole as there are not many techniques to remove the bolts. Before attempting to remove any bolt, it is a good idea to shock the bolt first, then apply some heat and finally some spray penetrant (once it is cool). Drilling out the bolt is one of the few options that will work in this scenario. In this video I show two techniques that could potentially work when a bolt is broken in a deep hole or a bolt is sheared in an aluminium component.

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How to make the bolt drill guide can be seen here- youtube.com/watch?v=6mZj0J6CNYA

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Ultimate Handyman published this 13:39 video tutorial on November 13, 2018. It has been watched 17,185,546 times on YouTube.

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