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Rounded head bolt

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by FirstGenTacomaSr5, Jun 27, 2019.

  1. Jun 27, 2019 at 7:21 PM
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    FirstGenTacomaSr5

    FirstGenTacomaSr5 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Anyone know the best way or the best socket set to remove the 12 point head bolts on the head cylinder? Mine are rounded and I don’t have a welding machine or know how to weld
     
  2. Jun 27, 2019 at 7:42 PM
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    tomwil

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  3. Jun 27, 2019 at 7:50 PM
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    TripleEight

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    Or heat the head bolt with a torch and beat the next size smaller socket onto it. Worst case scenario, drill off the bolt heads, then pull the cylinder head off and use vice grips to remove remaining studs.
     
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