How To Use A Torch To Remove Rusty Bolts (Full)

How To Use A Torch To Remove Rusty Bolts (Full) - Eric The Car Guy

Рет қаралды 309,571

13 жыл бұрын

How To Use A Torch To Remove Rusty Bolts (Full) - EricTheCarGuy
www.ericthecarguy.com/
This one is for all of you that have rusty fasteners that you just can't get a socket on or can barely get a socket on. I've used this method for years and haven't looked back as it is the best way in my opinion to deal with that situation.
---
Click below and Stay Dirty
Visit me at EricTheCarGuy.com
ericthecarguy.com/
Visit EricTheCarGuy Forum
www.ericthecarguy.com/forum/de...
Visit my Facebook Page:
/ ericthecarguy
---
Stay dirty
ETCG
Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy.

Пікірлер: 301

@SJGINC 7 жыл бұрын

Some additional notes with acetylene. At 15 PSI it is highly explosive. Inside the acetylene tank the gas is in acetone (if I remember correctly). If the tanks is stored or transported on it's side, wait at least 30 minutes before using the acetylene. This allows everything to settle down.

@FireEater 10 жыл бұрын

You and Scotty are my go to guys when I can't figure it out. Brian also knows his stuff,Thanks

@BigSarnt 9 жыл бұрын

I've heard tightening it a little helps loosen it up. Especially after PB Blasting it. Also: For those who do not have a torch and a nut is seized on a bolt, take a hacksaw and cut at the bottom of the nut. Hack it down all the way until you get to the bolt (if you plan on reusing the bolt). Also: A buddy of mine who worked as a machinist gave me a simple tip when dealing with broken bolts. Take a grinder (if you have one) and grind one side down flat, and do the opposite side the same. So you have two sides grind smooth, then take a crescent wrench and get it off that way. Also: Along the lines with a bolt extractor- - - A hammer, brass punch, and a metal drill bit. It worked for me on a 06 Nissan Altima. Exhaust on a 1994 Honda Civic. Ahh yes good times. I thought I would never get that cat conv off.

@riiwind 7 жыл бұрын

Old ETCG videos are awesome!

@andrewgreene4611 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your straight forward method of explaining and demonstrating things. I am a strong believer in understanding the details of things because it promotes intuition. But you always seem to hit the right balance of what is critical, what is important and what is helpful. Thank you for all the work you do. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!

@gerardgarcia6642 10 жыл бұрын

Eric man U rock Many thanks for teaching for teaching us peasants how to work on our cars. We are not worthy, but keep em videos coming. love you bro

@HistoryBhoy 11 жыл бұрын

Also when you crank the acetylene open and light it up, turn the acetylene up enough to where the black smoke burns off. That burns off all of the old acetylene and gives you a nice neutral flame. Also, turn the oxygen up to where the flame just lands on top of the cone coming from the tip.

@philipcliff5680 9 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric, been watching your videos for years now. Awesome keep it up.

@ChiefMovez 11 жыл бұрын

Couldn't have said it better myself. ETCG is my favorite instructor, along with many others

@pivotboy63 11 жыл бұрын

i like how you add little bits of humor in your videos, makes it that much more entertaining. thanks!

@sbfteague 11 жыл бұрын

I like the way the job and what-to-look-out-for are explained along the way. I also like the improvising with the situation.

@unknownreality9260 Жыл бұрын

Thanks eric! It took me all evening looking at others videos and no one actually said to heat the bolt or nut, yeh i knew heat expanded things but always saw mechanic's just heating bolts or nuts without explaining. thank you for stating to heat the thing the bolt goes through or nut. I just needed that verbal conformation.

@anthonywelsh4126 9 ай бұрын

Good commentary . No unnecessary waffling like on so many "how to do it " videos .

@bradpaulin8693 11 жыл бұрын

Acetylene bottles also commonly come in red. Torches and bottles are no joke. I use them at work all the time, be VERY cautious. Ruptured Oxygen tanks will annihilate anything within 100 feet. Find someone to show you proper torch setup and safety before you use. I see older guys who've used torches for ages make risky-ass mistakes because they were never really shown how to use the torches correctly. The appropriate lens for cutting is a level 4 or 5. Good job, Eric! Keep 'em coming!

@bhills73 8 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I found your channel

@ips7125 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Finally someone who understands how to teach someone something! Ty

@coldpak82 12 жыл бұрын

Your Video is very extremely helpful,on the intial torch setup.I just bought a fairly new set of torches with the 10lb & 20lb tank's like your, at the flea market for $100.I had no idea how to start out until now. Thank's for posting this video

@scottb7520 7 жыл бұрын

Great channel, Eric. Learning a lot here.

@charging7 10 жыл бұрын

"only for the forces of good" love it. Great vids buddy, this channel rox.

@JohnMc52 11 жыл бұрын

Love your videos - you are very good at it! Thanks for the effort.

@hazemawad 11 жыл бұрын

nice way to do things that you like doing it.... good work man

@ianc435ify 9 жыл бұрын

Torch tips for u Eric Open oxygen bottle valve all the way. It's a double seat configuration so it doesn't leak out valve stem and send you to the moon Change head so u don't blow up Back flow flash Back arresters So you don't blow up Open acetylene low and light it. Adjust until flame breaks away from tip. Add oxygen after bottle is opened. Add from torch Don't stand in front of oxygen bottle valve in case bourdon tube blows up and shorts your eye out. Crack it slowly so any dust that should have been blown out before installing regulator. Temp in bottle to reg pipe can reach 1000+ f due to gas compression igniting any material and blowing u up Turn off in reverse Number on acetylene is cubic feet of bottle. Divide by 7 to get maximum tip size u can use with torch so you don't get flashback don't blow up We like your videos

@myroost2urface431 8 жыл бұрын

you're one hell of a teacher!

@marciodesouza1787 11 жыл бұрын

great job eric.we are learning with you.you are good teacher

@Rinop321 11 жыл бұрын

love your videos man!! Good job Eric!

@tokaralife8985 10 жыл бұрын

Hello Eric u R A very Kind Person thanks For All Ur Shows.

@dandearman2871 6 жыл бұрын

Hello Eric and great job. One of the worst things about working on exhaust systems is having to replace them again every three to four years. Sometime, can you go over the different options in exhaust system components as far as the different quality and their life? Thanks.

@VexingCode 9 жыл бұрын

You Can also use a MAP Gas or a little propane torch if you are just heating up for bolt extraction

@MeatPoweredBoneSuit 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Eric! Once again your video helps me out :) I've got a 95 jeep grand cherokee and my hub bolts are rusted to heck... got a propane torch, gonna give it a shot today!

@wvudak06 9 жыл бұрын

man a torch is so helpful, I didn't even have a real hot propane one and the bolt didn't get red hot but it came right off, I even accidentally tightened it up a little before taking it off.

@those1kidds 9 жыл бұрын

same here. I just bought a cheap one from Walmart (it was $15) and I burned the sucka for about 2 minutes or so and it came off. I still had to pull kinda hard with the ratchet, but it came off. Twas a happy day (:

@KillsAll. 6 жыл бұрын

those1kidds ‘tis a helpful tip within thy annotation 👨‍🏭

@thatcrazywolf 6 жыл бұрын

I actually slightly tighten rusted fasteners with an impact on it's lowest setting first to get some corrosion broken free before using the impact in reverse. It works great

@billgoldberg5935 11 жыл бұрын

Just for the ppl who don't know Eric, He is an ASE certified Mechanic - A Pro so thanks for all your advise to him, Stay Dirty ;)

@hamiltoncouple01 12 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric, whenever I install exhaust, tail pipe to muffler, I always use muffler cement on the outlets of the muffler to ensure no leaks. Since after tightening there is no way to remove pipes from the muffler ( pipes kink and are impossible to separate even after clamp removal), it makes sense to make sure there are no possibilities of any leaks by using muffler cement. Something I learned over the years after few irritating leaks, LOL. Just food for thought.

@ricroz07 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome tip. Worked like dream. Broke a breaker bar before doing it this way.

@RSole9999 Жыл бұрын

I watched this video and did exactly what you did in the video, except I put a piece of sheet metal as a heat shield above the joint. First time ever using a torch. I had a bit of a flareup from the Liquid Wrench that I sprayed on earlier. I had a garden hose and an extinguisher at the ready.

@Anthony_in_Bloomington_Indiana 10 жыл бұрын

Eric, would a propane torch work for getting exhaust bolts loose? I'm helping Toleif, a friend in Saint Paul, with his Dodge Grand Caravan. We're going to replace the muffler and, very likely, the resonator and pipe after the muffler. Last night we cut off a VERY stubborn shock absorber. The bottom end was rusted to the bolt. The flange bent when I turned the bolt! So cutting the thing loose was the only way. I was glad to get the new shock absorber installed. The old one was completely rusted.

@bigsabsmokin 11 жыл бұрын

Great video dude. You are the man!

@ValveBent 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, very helpful. i replaced my exhaust and got lucky the bolts had anti-sieze on them.

@kdevine321 11 жыл бұрын

@ericthecarguy Is it ok to heat up caliper pins to remove the bolt enabling me to change my brake pads? I'm just wondering more about what things on a car you might damage if you heat it up to red hot. Maybe things that have brakefluid or powersteering fluids in them?

@NikodemusNikodemus 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Mr. Pete!

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@DStylesHanska I know what you meant and like I said, don't show fear just turn off the tanks or you WILL have a problem. Keeping your tips clean and your fittings tight helps prevent that as well.

@stevetayler6378 Жыл бұрын

Very good job enjoy your program

@kimberlycradler8625 9 жыл бұрын

Eric the car guy is my hero :)

@olliefraga 11 жыл бұрын

Man that's great info... My question is: can you achieve the same results with a propane torch?

@jayarscintilla 12 жыл бұрын

love how u used my word "flippin..." def one of utubes most useful channels.

@jjuriss 11 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric! i am from slovak and i saw your videos about repair cars, you have my admiration, you are great man. please i want ask you, how many Nm have this pnematic wrench in this video, part with exhaust 8:45, have this wrench hammering to? thanks a lot regards juraj.

@liamgbooth 10 жыл бұрын

Hi. Great video. But one question. Why not use exhaust sealent paste between the pipes?

@charaid1600 9 жыл бұрын

i love to see youre video´s! greets from holland

@strocat25 11 жыл бұрын

eric... question.... the tip 2.25 inch pipe comming off back off muffler (outlet) broke off of my 99 civic... should i just buy a new muffler and some clamps or??????????????? thx

@jornbjensen 11 жыл бұрын

Useful and funny. Great stuff!

@Carroll49 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric. Can I use heat on an axle nut? I've gone the breaker bar and extension. My rather large girth was of no effect. Thanks in advance.

@steveturdle2632 9 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric nice welding gloves. haha safety first man. Great video as always!

@OwnageEP 11 жыл бұрын

It depends on the application. Suspension parts, wheels, Engine components etc should be torqued to spec, non-essential parts like brackets and body panels etc just tighten until they're snug.

@henrychuong2500 5 жыл бұрын

should you wait for the bolt to not be red hot before turning it? I feel like when its that hot its easy to round it off since its soft.

@xylenol15 12 жыл бұрын

Eric, it seems like the last owner of my car had it oil sprayed, but the exhaust is still looking vulnerable to the red death. Is it safe to paint over it with high temperature paint to extend its lease on life for another decade? Is it designed to be uncoated for maximum thermal conductivity? Thanks if you can answer.

@PrRican973 13 жыл бұрын

i got a question Eric. Whats the difference between an intake and an exhaust. Im planning to change those two but idk which one would sound better . If you know what i mean :)

@sophiarozaia3419 9 жыл бұрын

Will it work on 3100 gm engine exhaust manifold and heat shield bolts ..... Got a blown exhaust gasket or cracked pipe in the engine bay

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@ratrace2p51 In addition to that I've used coat hangers for brazing rods.

@colstreak 11 жыл бұрын

Cool Video! You're AWESOME! Thanks I learned a lot.

@klosnoski 11 жыл бұрын

IMHO, i would have dumped the lead pipe and gone all new, BUT when doing a ham N eggs job i agree, Kudos on the welding tip heating tutorial. next one should be how to do it with a cutting tip. as most shops use . great vids

@Tifford1 Жыл бұрын

Would painting that exhaust with high temp engine enamel make it last longer? What torch kit do you recommend for the homeowner?

@CheckYaSix 12 жыл бұрын

Its a 7 month old comment, but when I replace the exhaust. I always spray it with Würth Alu-spray matt perfect, it just needs a thin coat on the pipes and muffler. So spray the welds near connections first and then the pipes and then the welds again. It has work very well on my exhausts. i suggested that paint cause thats what i know is working and sticks on for a long time.

@albert626575 11 жыл бұрын

good video eric thanks

@ptrhip 11 жыл бұрын

ive got a 88 chevy c1500 i have the front shocks to replace but all the bolts have broken off even with an impact any advice to get them out

@cyberpunk004 8 жыл бұрын

i found when replacing mufflers on old cars, for me anyways if you can weld depending on your level of perfection those joints and not need clamps at all. I used 6013 stick welding rod at 20-30 amps dc + i don't have a mig) worked well for me and i can't say anyones going to put those welds in a book for the perfect weld, but will ensure that muffler won't fall again. I also had some holes in the pressed together parts on the cat and well, the 6013 works here too and IS rather ugly, but my 2000 lesabre is likely one of the quietest ones your going to find with the original system and a new muffler on it. its one piece from front to back and welding it makes it far simpler on this car to drop the whole system down and repair any holes off the car as a single unit. typically every 2-3 years a few minor holes need repair, and considering the age of the car and the system is original but the muffler at the end, its acceptable for the 200,000 miles on the car as it sits, highest i've heard for the engine/transmission was 345,000 or so, if the winter salt here doesn't eat the metal body i would imagine that engine/transmission combo would keep on trucking with some leaks and the rest of the car failing(90% of my suspension is all new parts up front, nearly 50% in the back)

@RandallFlaggNY 8 жыл бұрын

+twilson1118 Out of the box solution. Interesting.

@darthvader2727 13 жыл бұрын

nice video . the a and b arrow on the muffler A" towards the engine, and the "B" toward the rear.

@ima14yearoldmechanic 11 жыл бұрын

do you always use airtools or do you recomend using a ratchet instead?

@rplagas 5 жыл бұрын

hey Eric, would you do a video on chevy HHR rear cradle bolts just spinning and not coming out. the nut is in the frame and cant be locked! big problem on many cars, but my HHR cradle bolts spin, cant fix control arms. thanks, rick

@mugruberkyser8189 8 жыл бұрын

hey eric,got any ideas on how to remove a stud bolt from were the front exhaust manifold connects to the exhaust line ? i was removing one and the bolt head snapped off , now all i have left is threads.

@BlackSeranna 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@spiderx1016 I don't think so. The kit in this video is not that expensive actually and considering the time and effort it will save you it's worth looking into.

@shiweiluan 11 жыл бұрын

Hi, Eric. I learn lots from your videos and I can change engine oil, brakes now. But I have some problems for replacing rear control arms for 2005 Mazda 3s. The bolts are too rusty and I can't remove it even with much WD40, especially the bolt is hidden behind a bar. Do you have some suggestions and upload a tutorial video if possible? Thank you my teacher. :)

@DidiLeeReco 11 жыл бұрын

very nice and very helpful video thanks man great :)

@luiscaballero496 9 жыл бұрын

I would like to know why you did not use pipe dope or any other kind of sealing, just asking?

@dakotahouse7577 8 жыл бұрын

Hello Eric I have a question that does not pertain to this video. I have a 1998 jeep grand Cherokee (4.0 straight 6) have an Eaton m92 supercharger ceramic header jet stage 2 performance chip high torque crane cam but I've reached a conundrum for my monster to handle the compression what type of head gasket should I use I have a graphite and an mls but no idea which one to use

@sirfrancis1756 10 ай бұрын

This video helped me realize that my torch wasn’t hot enough and my impact wasn’t strong enough and that I need to take my rust bucket to the shop 😂

@ababner317 9 жыл бұрын

Eric, Do you have any recommendations on what kind of Oxygen Acetylene set up for a DIYer? Thank you.

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@peelout40 I look forward to it, thanks for the comment.

@walterbrunswick 12 жыл бұрын

what you're referring to is a flashback (i.e. where the flame burns back inside the tip. that is a BAD situation). clean your tip, make sure your connections are secure, and check your O-rings (and replace if necessary).

@yahoosquatch 12 жыл бұрын

Great video, despite not having a torch or air tools, I look forward to the day that I can use the knowledge here sometime if needed. One thing ETCG re: flag etiquette (background wall at end of vid.). Blue field of US Flag always hangs to the viewer's left when wall mounted on solid non-transparent surfaces.... yeah, I'm picky about it but most people don't have a clue and could care less. Since you're all about education, figured you might care. Best, YS

@ima14yearoldmechanic 11 жыл бұрын

ok thanks but for tourqe as in how tight it should be just kind of tighten it you dont need to use a tourqe wrench right?

@NikodemusNikodemus 11 жыл бұрын

will a propane torch work? Or is the output flame not hot enough? thanks!

@magna59 10 жыл бұрын

Keep bottles were they can 'breath', space, so air can move around them & any leaking gas cannot build up. If possible, have then chained to a wall, so they cannot fall over. Have flash back arresters in the lines. As you've replaced with a cheap 'muffler' would you run a coat of paint, exhaust black, stove blacking, over it to slow the rot from the outside ( I know they rot from the inside also) ? E , as ever , great work .

@rstar88105 10 жыл бұрын

I need to do a video on manifold stud removal next time at work. Sometimes It can be very involved and touchy. It would be fun to watch.

@switchest26 11 жыл бұрын

I noticed that flange gasket wont onto the backbox dry?..I fired aload of exhaust paste round mine when i fitted it..was that wrong?

@1Gwk 10 жыл бұрын

Hey Eric what's the best prank you've pulled one someone in the shop?

@johnsmidl7441 3 жыл бұрын

Eric, love your video's. You are are a very good teacher. Keep up the good work. You are saving DIY people a fortune. Thanks again.

@michaeldunagan8268 2 жыл бұрын

As a public service announcement: I was told to assure that the goggles were a "Grade 5" shade. It's nice to see a professional auto mechanic work with what a shade tree mechanics have--i.e. no lift----save for the air tools.

@Swimding 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric, u da man...

@alejandrogomez8022 Жыл бұрын

Use candle was after getting them hot. It helps to lubricate and the bolts easier. Personal experience and they don't seize up during removal

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@1967800 Thank you very much for that comment I really appreciate it, I look forward to your video.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@cameramonkey2 I try to get the info across. Thanks for the comment.

@marcussatterwhite 10 жыл бұрын

Right on bro!

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@curlypaul924 Personally as a flat rate tech time is money and although those things MAY work I still prefer to use something that I know works. Thanks for your comment.

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@DStylesHanska You are it's master, don't run away, that shows fear and fire gets angry when it sees fear.

@bhills73 8 жыл бұрын

what kind of gloves do you use?

@dannychuqui4797 8 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric..... .... I checked you video....good job taking out fast those Rusty nuts. Question? Your torch has like 5 gages.....so my question is.....I have seen with only one, so each tank has one only..... is the same size like yours. I was thinking to get one of those......But first....What you suggest me.....and also cost like $150 or $200 right...... what you think??

@baire702 12 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have a aluminium spanner nut stuck on a steel shaft on my washing machine. do you have any ideas on how to get this type of nut removed from the steel shaft? any and all help appreciated!!! -caryl

@ericthecarguy 13 жыл бұрын

@skoalchurch I'll be covering more of that stuff in the future for sure but I don't have a whole lot up on that right now. In the mean time you might want to check out my other channel ETCG1 as I cover stuff on what it's like to be a technician as well as what it takes to be come one. Good luck and thanks for the comment.

@mckinzi1 12 жыл бұрын

hydraulic fluid is great for this you're only interested in going IN and it'll sure help you do that hydraulic fluid is funny tho when exposed to air....seems to get sticky or at least that's been my experience great vid will sub your vids thanks Stumpy the Lawnmower Guy

@ericthecarguy 12 жыл бұрын

@cbr900rr919 That thought frightens me but I've seen some brave people do some brave things. I would not recommend doing that however. Thanks for your comment.