How Original Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 Well I did post this in the other topic but figured I'd make a new one so people actually see it (it was a few posts in on the other topic) So yeah, I'm looking to do a bit fo servicing on my brake, but can't get one of the bolts out as an allen key head has been snapped in it (by the previous owner) so anyone got any ideas? I'm also wanting to get a new set of bolts but not sure which I need off Tarty, if anyone could shed some light on that also. Heres a picture of the current bolts... And the best picture I could get of the offending bolt... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikee Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 (edited) You could try cutting a slot in it and using a screw driver to undo it. If that fails, you could try a left handed drill bit as they sometimes bite and undo it, or drill a hole through it and use an easy out tool. If you don't have the confidence the start drilling it out (or if someone else doesn't share a better idea) take it down to your local engineer and see what they would charge to remove it. http://www.tartybikes.co.uk/disc_brake_spares/hope_torx_rotor_bolts_set_of_6/c110p344.html These bolts will do the trick. Edited March 31, 2012 by Mikee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 lube with wd40 and get some mole grips on it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
How Original Posted March 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 You could try cutting a slot in it and using a screw driver to undo it. If that fails, you could try a left handed drill bit as they sometimes bite and undo it, or drill a hole through it and use an easy out tool. If you don't have the confidence the start drilling it out (or if someone else doesn't share a better idea) take it down to your local engineer and see what they would charge to remove it. http://www.tartybikes.co.uk/disc_brake_spares/hope_torx_rotor_bolts_set_of_6/c110p344.html These bolts will do the trick. Firstly, thanks a lot for the link, as you can see I definitely need a new set of bolts lol. And yeah that's what the "without f---ing it" bit was about, I don't want to risk trying to drill it or anything and risk either bending my disc or really badly scratching it or anything. Wasn't sure if maybe somebody had another trick to use. lube with wd40 and get some mole grips on it? Already tried lol, it's pretty well held in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
How Original Posted March 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 WOOO! So after I smacked my hand several times with a hammer, broke 2 screwdrivers, got some metal splinters, and nearly put a screwdriver through my leg, the bolt is finally out! :lol: Looking in a rather sorry state. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyBrew Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 Brute force and ignorance!. Put a good effort in then haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
How Original Posted March 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 Brute force and ignorance!. Put a good effort in then haha Bit of brute force never hurt anyone... Apart from my hand and nearly my leg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supafly1982 Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 lube with wd40 and get some mole grips on it? this would be my first choice, any perticuler reason it wasnt working for you? you have to have the mole grips so tight its almost too hard to lock them up. My second choice would be to use a dremmel and cut a slot in it, make sure you wear eye protection as when those little discs shatter they explode! if you have the cash and cant be bothered sorting it then take it to an engineer, should only cost a few quid and they are less likey to make a dogs ear of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
How Original Posted March 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 this would be my first choice, any perticuler reason it wasnt working for you? you have to have the mole grips so tight its almost too hard to lock them up. My second choice would be to use a dremmel and cut a slot in it, make sure you wear eye protection as when those little discs shatter they explode! if you have the cash and cant be bothered sorting it then take it to an engineer, should only cost a few quid and they are less likey to make a dogs ear of it The head of the bolt was too thin and warped to get mole grips onto it, they just wouldn't shut, I tried all sorts, in the end I resorting to putting a screw driver head in the center of the allen key head, and battering it with a hammer, it seemed to vibrate it free. But the disc is still perfect and not gone out of shape, so I'm happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supafly1982 Posted March 31, 2012 Report Share Posted March 31, 2012 happy days, cant beat a stuck nut or bolt to keep you entertained for a while, especially if they are rusty lol, the joys of mechanics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
How Original Posted April 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 It certainly did keep me busy lol.. Its weird how good you feel when a really stuck bolt like that finally turns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iChimpp Posted April 2, 2012 Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 In the future I'd get a drill bit, drill through the middle and get a magnet to get all the metal out. I had the EXACT same problem as you!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryanonza Posted April 2, 2012 Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 cut the bolt in half then drop some lube or wd40 down the gap to free it then use the mole grips to try and pull It out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
How Original Posted April 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 Don't think people realise I got this bolt out about 2 hours after making the topic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supafly1982 Posted April 3, 2012 Report Share Posted April 3, 2012 Don't think people realise I got this bolt out about 2 hours after making the topic so what your saying is you cant get it out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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