Jim Parent wrote:
>
> There is a tool called an "easy-out" that is used by center drilling the
> busted bolt/stud with an hole that is appropriate for the easy-ouot to bite
> into. (they come is various sizes).
>
> You drill half and inch deep or so and insert the easy-out into the center
> drilled hole and, while pushing it down you torque it counter clock wise to
> back out the busted part.
>
> The easy-out has an appearance of a four or five splined shaft that has
> been twisted counterclock wise a turn or two and is tapered rather severely
> over its inch or two lenght.(or think of a twisted, tapered ream)
>
> The twisted spline corners bite into the hole you drilled and POOF you back
> out the stubborn part.
>
> Any machinist would have one as would a tool supply shop.
>
> Regards,
>
> Jim Parent
> B9470139
In 25 years of working on cars, I've never had an "easy out work" !
Usually, they snap off, costing even more money to remove!
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