Stubborn leaf spring bolt

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  1. Comet4me

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    For one thing, the fuel line is right next to it, so I don't want to use heat. Second it really seems seized but I can only pry against the inside lip of the underbody (seam area) no solid leverage to pry against. So I tried Sawzall (rented one) beacause I can't rent a grinder anywhere (was gonna get cutting wheel) Sawzall not doing a thing. I might reassemble it all and take it somewhere.
     
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    That's why I used a block of wood to put against the under body.. AND I used a impact to spin it fast..
     
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    Bring it over :)
     
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    Bring it over?...ok be there in 20....
     
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    lol.. Well you did say you were going to take it someplace.. Where are you anyway?
     
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    To the mechanic I use locally. He might be able to do it for me.
     
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    I used a cutting torch to remove those bolts on a Mustang. The presence of the fuel line isn't a problem, just use common sense in handling the torch. The rubber bushings catching fire is a bigger problem than the fuel line.So keep a fire extinguisher handy. For a Sawzall to work, you'll need top quality (preferably carbide) blades and lots of them as those bolts are extremely hard (grade 8 or 9), you'll burn up several blades before the job is done.
     
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    I was finally able to cut through the bolt on the nut side. I'm trying to cut the inside part now (frame side) but it looms like I'll have to cut through the metal sleeve. No bolt in sight, even if I pry the leaf over. Maybe I'll consider the torch soon..
     
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    ive done this with a sawzall many times. i use the highest quality blades i can get. usually Milwaukee. one fresh blade usually gets the job done.
     
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    Make sure the bolt is not rotating as you are trying to cut it with the Sawzall
     
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    Victory is mine. The driver side is out!
     
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    Is it normal that my new leaf looks less arched than my old one, and also it is slightly longer too. I ordered them +1" over stock and I'm concerned.
     
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    Sweet success, 1 down 1 to go.
     
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    Where did you order them from? Might call them and ask the questions..
     
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    Wouldn't the extra inch give you a larger arch?
    img_2196_original.jpg
     
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