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Old May 20, 2012 | 03:06 PM
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Help with rear o2 housing bolt

So im installing my new o2 housing and I can't get the rear bottom bolt off. I can only get a short wrech on it and can't break it loose with that. Does anyone have any suggestions, tips, or tricks that could be helpful?
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Old May 20, 2012 | 03:12 PM
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try some knocker loose, any type of penetrating oil...the old o2 housing is more than likely rusted like crazy
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Old May 20, 2012 | 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by evotuner04
try some knocker loose, any type of penetrating oil...the old o2 housing is more than likely rusted like crazy
Ive been using pb blaster and that isn't really the issue. I just can't get enough leverage to break it loose. Is there like a special tool anyone is using? I mean ive been on this for 4 hours getting seriously pissed.
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Old May 20, 2012 | 03:51 PM
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When I had this problem I just took the whole turbo with o2 housing off to get bolts out.
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Old May 22, 2012 | 10:22 PM
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Rusted=DEATH

lol
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Old May 22, 2012 | 10:44 PM
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Use this ratchet-3" extension-swivel-socket. Best way i found
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Old May 23, 2012 | 06:32 AM
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Also do it when it warm might help break it free. How I broke my rear 02 loose
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