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Access Engine Mount Bolts?

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16 May 2019 15:20 #208123 by sss360

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Hi All,

I need to replace my oil pan (it's started to weep on the LHS) but am struggling to access the mount bolts. I have some socket extensions but the bolts just won't budge.

I've sprayed some penetrating fluid on the bolts but does anyone have any tips on how to remove them? I'm just trying to jack the engine up my 10mm to give me a little more room to replace the pan below.

Cheers,

James

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16 May 2019 15:29 #208126 by Lambert

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Are you allowing the axle to droop away by supporting the car on the actual chassis, I have found it gives enough room for most jobs? Taking the wheels off helps too as the chassis doesn't have to be so high up for the axle to clear.

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16 May 2019 15:32 #208127 by Lambert

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Also I have a little hex drive impact screwdriver gun that with nut drivers is good for small bolts in small spaces without just shearing them off.

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16 May 2019 16:17 #208131 by sss360

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I have not but will give that a go to see how much room I can squeeze out of it. Thank you for the suggestion!

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