Total newb strips his oil pan

[humfrz]

Originally Posted by babydriver

A seized or especially a rusted bolt is a big problem. It is all too easy to just snap it off. Always use a penetrating oil (B'laster is one of the best) to loosen the bolt first. If it does break off, you may have to drill it out to remove it. Not fun.

If it is taking too much effort to break loose a bolt that is ordinarily torqued at about (say) 40 lb/ft, then STOP and try the penetrating spray before going any further.

.......and if that don't work ...... apply heat ........


humfrz

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

You're joking, right?

To take bolts off. I find I break fewer than if I use an even longer breaker bar.

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by Ashikabi

To take bolts off. I find I break fewer than if I use an even longer breaker bar.

Yeah, I can see that. I've wanted it to work many times but I always end up grabbing the breaker bar. :/

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Yeah, I can see that. I've wanted it to work many times but I always end up grabbing the breaker bar. :/

Sometimes you just have to

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by Ashikabi

Sometimes you just have to

Maybe I just have a shitty impact wrench. I've had it apart to clean & service.

[zberz]

If you don't have a breaker bar, a dead blow works too. Be sure to put pressure on your wrench before using the hammer though and understand this is horrible for your socket wrench.

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[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by zberz

If you don't have a breaker bar, a dead blow works too. Be sure to put pressure on your wrench before using the hammer though and understand this is horrible for your socket wrench.

Actually, I've had some luck with this. Never with a ratchet but I'll beat the hell out of a box end. Maybe 1/10 I'm in a situation where I can get a good swing. :/

[humfrz]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Maybe I just have a shitty impact wrench. I've had it apart to clean & service.

That could be what's wrong with it ........


humfrz

[humfrz]

I find this a useful addition to the old tool box.

POW ..... with a BFH and either it comes lose ..... or buggers it up to the point where you have to chisel it off ....


humfrz

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

Maybe I just have a shitty impact wrench. I've had it apart to clean & service.

Mine isn't great either. Send like the ones big enough to survive the impact are too big to twist off

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by humfrz

That could be what's wrong with it ........


humfrz

lolol....

[Qadthane]

Originally Posted by Ultramaroon

I don't think anyone will poke fun at you as there are 2 types of wrenchers, those who have mangled a simple fastener, and liars.

Amen

[BRZtoni]

im happy your learning to work on your own vehicle, it saves you money and obviously give you a sense of pride you know you worked on your own car. stripping a drain bolt is uncommon but it happens to anyone. while installing my turbo kit, i admit i suck with brass fitting i can say i stripped 3 fittings and almost needed to replace my timing chain cover. luckily i had the right tool to remove the stripped fitting.

[dys586]

Originally Posted by RobertPaulson

to the OP, I suggest you invest in a fumoto quik valve to replace your drain plug during your next oil change.

you will thank me

Amazon.com: Fumoto F-106 Engine Oil Drain Valve: Automotive

I'm pretty sure that you need the F-108 for the FRS/BRZ and not the F-106.