Eric Murray wrote:
>>I have also used a type of extractor made by Rigid which uses rods
with sharp splines on the outside. You drill a specific-sized
hole in the bolt, then tap the rod in, then slide a collar over
the rod that engages with the splines and has a hex on the outside
so you can turn it. These are great because the rods aren't nearly
as hard as easy-outs so they don't break (they'll bend first).
Also they get a lot of contact inside the hole, for better grip
on the bolt.<<
I have a set of these also that belonged to my father and on the really
tough to remove stuff they have turned to pretzels and the stud stayed
where it was.
Bruce
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