Removing stuck rear axle bolt

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ChadInColo

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• Mar 8, 2006

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I need help, trying to change the rear sprocket on an old YZ80, the axle bolt appears to be frozen to the bearings. I've tried tapping on the bolt, wouldn't loosen it. I've been spraying penetrating oil under the seals to try to get it into the bearing/axle joint, but obviously can't see what's going on. Any ideas? I may have to cut the bolt (inside the swing arm) so I can get the wheel off, then press the bolt out.

 

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Badgadjit1

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• Mar 8, 2006

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ChadInColo said:

I've tried tapping on the bolt.

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Beat it. I did, might have to replace it. but if your talkin about cutting it anyways..then give it hell... :aj:

 

CaptainObvious

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No real way to heat it, so I say beat it. You will have to replace the bearings and may have to replace the bolt. In any event, make sure to use a lot of Never Seize when you put it back together.

 

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kstout4life

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• Mar 8, 2006

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find a long bolt about the size of the axle and jus keep bashing it, mine was so bad the bolt began to bend before the axle would move, we got it off eventually but it was a pita.

 

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tzr8cr

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make sure to leave the nut on a couple of threads before you whale on it.if it does break loose you still might be able to clean up the axle where it was frozen. the nut helps save the theads from being ruined.once it's started use an old breaker bar with the end cut off to help with the pushing once it's in side the swing arm and wheel.

 

Masterphil

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I like to use a wooden dowel and a big hammer.