To install a new subframe and fiberglass tail, I have to remove the subframe. It didn't take long to remove the battery, tail plastic, unclip the wires, etc. but the fourth subframe bolt (lower, left side) is stuck. Either someone overtorqued it, or the aluminum and steel fused somehow. There's no rust, and the right side was tight but not that hard to remove. The left upper bolt was very tight and required a small breaker bar. The left lower head has partially stripped. I tried using an impact wrench with the 8mm hex bit but it doesn't budge, even after several applications of penetrating solvent.
Any suggestions? I have to finish this by Mon. night or give up and keep the stock tail for now, since the bike is my only transportation.
I will try a bolt extractor if all else fails, and I do have another bolt. I'd still like to do the least invasive method possible.
Any suggestions? I have to finish this by Mon. night or give up and keep the stock tail for now, since the bike is my only transportation.
I will try a bolt extractor if all else fails, and I do have another bolt. I'd still like to do the least invasive method possible.
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