supra steveo Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 well today my worst dream came true i rounded off the front left bolt on the roof, it had been playin up for a while now and today it just wouldnt budge the the rachet turned and the bolt never , so what the hell do i do now ,i have done a search to so if anyone has had any problems like this i would like to know about it cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_aero Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Dissemble the roof and order the new part for that bolt. To get the roof off you could weld a part on to that bolt to get it off ? Once its off then you put the new part in when you re-assemble it. Only way I can think of getting around it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnanshah247 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Dissemble the roof and order the new part for that bolt. To get the roof off you could weld a part on to that bolt to get it off ? Once its off then you put the new part in when you re-assemble it. Only way I can think of getting around it. yup, best idea is to weld another strong bolt to it and try that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwayne Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 i think they do a little tool for that in places like travis perkins. its a reverse thread thing and it cuts into the bolt like a drill bit then you just undo it. might be worth taking a look. i cant remember what they call them though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Put a nut over the old bolt and weld it in the middle..... It's the easiest and best way of gettig the old bolt out. It also minimises the chances of fooking up your interior...!! H. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Blue tack? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Massey Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 But there isnt much space to weld a nut or bolt on to undo it. Wouldnt drilling it out be a better option? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 i think they do a little tool for that in places like travis perkins. its a reverse thread thing and it cuts into the bolt like a drill bit then you just undo it. might be worth taking a look. i cant remember what they call them though These are called extractors,I have a set of these myself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Massey Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 These are called extractors,I have a set of these myself! Where did you get them from and are they any good? Me and steve were having trouble trying to get the bolt out so this may come in handy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wantasupra Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 http://www.twenga.co.uk/dir-Garden-DIY,Hardware,Damaged-screw-remover worth a look b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanGX Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I have the same problem with the central locking one - will give it a go, too. Failing htat I'll try the blue tack idea! Can anyone recommend a set from above - I'm a complete dunce when it comes to brands/types, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 2, 2009 Author Share Posted April 2, 2009 the center bolt is easy it a 30 minute job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted April 2, 2009 Share Posted April 2, 2009 the center bolt is easy it a 30 minute job Just another 4 to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 the rear 2 are ok think i just need to replace the front 2 bolts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruggs Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 have you got the part number on the centre bolt at all? Mine is useless and need to replace it as well. Cheers G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 3, 2009 Author Share Posted April 3, 2009 here are the pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extendor Posted April 3, 2009 Share Posted April 3, 2009 Had a good look at mine for you. I would not think the bolts are that hard. It would have been too much trouble to remove them if damaged so I suggest (as others) have suggested that you drill into them and use a screw extractor. Just be aware that if you drill too large you will spread the bolt rather than bite into and withdraw. That would be even worse. I would see what size extractors you can get hold of first before you try anything. Drill slowly and carefully. Dont forget you will drive the bolt in harder if you go at it like an animal ulnless you use a left handed drill bit (yes they do exist) good luck Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 5, 2009 Author Share Posted April 5, 2009 whats this blu tac all about is it a micky take ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 How about using a slightly larger star bit and tapping it into the rounded hole? Maybe even tap it in using an impact drive? That's probably the route I would go first. Also I have a brand new front roof bolt, but I only have the one if it's any good to you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 5, 2009 Author Share Posted April 5, 2009 ah jon i knew that even tho u stole my wheels u would come to the rescue in the end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gzaerojon Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 Suck it up Where shall I post? Pm me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 6, 2009 Author Share Posted April 6, 2009 ooof just looked at ya garage again ya git av gone hard lol just need to get the car sprayed now i would defo change the colour coz that red will go pink if it already hasnt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 10, 2009 Author Share Posted April 10, 2009 jon u got a PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous brain Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 A star drive or an imperial sized allen key may just grip enough to undo it. The flat ended eazy outs are the ones you need as you don't have much depth to play with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra steveo Posted April 10, 2009 Author Share Posted April 10, 2009 its not workin any going to be at JNE this sunday who is a bolt removal ninja? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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