Few things seem more hopeless than when you're in the process of removing a bolt, screw, or stud and it breaks. At that point, you know it's all over but the crying. You've busted a bolt off in a ...

Broken bolts are a common mechanical problem caused by a combination of stress, corrosion, improper installation, and fatigue over time. Removing a broken bolt can be a frustrating task, whether ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Nothing can bring a project to a halt quite like the discovery of a broken bolt. Whether it's something as simple as replacing an old mower ...

Profanity is often the first impulse after breaking a bolt. I completely understand. After that, try these ideas. If it’s not a situation that requires immediate repairs, soak the area for 24 hours ...

If your shop comes complete with a MIG welder, an acetylene torch, and an air hammer, then you have more options than most when it comes to removing broken bolts. In this short video [Jim’s Automotive ...

Few things disturb us more than the bewilderment of a broken bolt or seized pipe plug in a casting. You’re at a loss for how to get the darned thing out. This is when you have to slow down and come up ...

If your shop comes complete with a MIG welder, an acetylene torch, and an air hammer, then you have more options than most when it comes to removing broken bolts. In this short video [Jim’s Automotive ...

I need some help with a few things on my 1998 Jeep Wrangler TJ. I have rust on the rear of the frame right where it turns and goes up and over the axle. Also, the nuts where the skidplate bolts up are ...

Few things seem more hopeless than when you're in the process of removing a bolt, screw, or stud and it breaks. At that point, you know it's all over but the crying. You've busted a bolt off in a ...