I was changing the the water pump in my car and when i was installing the new one, one of my 8 metric bolts broke into the block, not sure what to do next? I have already had a bad day.
2007-08-11 06:20:32 · 9 answers · asked by john G 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
A drill? with a drill bit ?
2007-08-11 06:30:24 · update #1
get a drill and an easy out but beware there is nothing easy about an easy out
2007-08-11 06:28:04 · answer #1 · answered by Nick 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No big deal, it happens. You will need to drill the old bolt out. Then use an easy-out to get it out. I had the same problem some time back, a guy broke the bolt on the starter on a Trans-Am. I took a drill bit and ground a reverse cutting edge on the bit and stuck it in the drill and started to drill it out. The drill bit caught and grabbed the bolt and spun it out, so I didn't even need the easy-out.
So you may want to find a reverse thread drill bit and give that a try. Also, use some penetrating oil on it and let it soak in some. If you do have to drill it out, just make sure you don't drill it through the block. good luck
Yes a drill and a bit. If you do buy a reverse drill bit, when you use it run the drill backwards. Get a new bolt or compare it to one of the other ones and put a piece of tape around the drill bit to use a depth gauge, so you don't go too deep.
2007-08-11 06:30:26 · answer #2 · answered by Fordman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the break if a bit jagged you may try putting the broken bolt in applying pressure and see if the broken piece will back out. If not then see the recommendations on using an easy-out or reverse drill, just be careful not to damage the threads or drill into the block.
2007-08-11 06:35:56 · answer #3 · answered by gary o 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, even though it is tempting you can't leave it there.
Take the pump back off to get it out of the way.
If you are good with a welder or know someone who is you can weld a nut to it. It is best to use a large nut, one where the hole in the nut will fit over the bolt (if it were not broken off). I have done this many times, but its not a good idea if you don't know a good welder.
Drill a hole in it and use an easy out. If you can find a heat gun it will help alot to heat the case as you screw it out.
here is a picture of a fluted easy out that works best for me.
http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=&tool=all&item_ID=10474&group_ID=1261&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Most of the time when you get done drilling the hole the bolt will be hot and if you get the extractor right in there it will turn right out.
2007-08-11 06:35:24 · answer #4 · answered by Airmech 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If enought of the bolt is there try pliers or file the sides to get a grip on it. If not, drill it with a bit a little smaller than the diameter of the bolt. hammer an EZ Out extractor into it (a tapered bit with splines on it), it should come out, if not,drill out with a larger bit, tap and install a HELI-Coil to restore the threads
2007-08-11 06:33:54 · answer #5 · answered by Gary G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bad day ,but not a total loss. if you will go somewhere like auto z. etc. they have tools called easy outs they usually come in sets different sizes. bore a small hole in the center of the bolt and insert the easy out oh yeah use plenty of penetrating oil it should come out be patient good luck the rest is on the package
2007-08-11 06:40:44 · answer #6 · answered by mapleonthehill 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A bolt extractor set would do the job. The only question is can you get out to buy one?
2007-08-11 06:34:31 · answer #7 · answered by blackcobra487 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is not safe to do, that noise is parts making an unwanted contact. the price is not cheap since the old bolts will have to be extracted and that is not an easy job sometimes.
2016-04-01 04:36:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
drill it out
2007-08-11 06:30:24 · answer #9 · answered by fafwey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋