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Old 10-10-2006, 08:57 AM   #24 (permalink)
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Default Re: Repair/mechanic tricks and or tips?

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Originally Posted by normde2001
What did you find wrong with them? I have been using a set like that for several years, with no problem.
Ditto on the cheap wrenches. I have a set from kmart that has never broke.. it must be 20ys old.. I also have a shiny chinese set.. still never broke one.

Lessee.. tips...

Stuck nut.. heat joint and then apply candle wax.. the wax will seep into the joint by capilary action, and act as a lube when you do go to unscrew it.

Have a stuck bearing race that you can't get a 3-jaw puller on? Weld a small bead around the ID of the race.. it will either fall out when cool, or will drop out with minimal force.

A center punch makes a good dimple for drilling to prevent walking.. I know someone already mentioned filing a flat on round stock.. these can be used in conjunction, and do work out well.

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