CATMAN
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We use "Extracto" rod on broken exhaust manifold studs in engine cylinder heads. I say it works 70% of the time, but when it doesn't, now you have to use a carbide bit on a die-grinder to grind out the weld and the stud. Sometimes it is just easier to drill them out right from the beginning. We have jigs for this on some cylinder heads.akajun said:If you can get the part angled to where the hole is flat, you can weld it out. They sell a rod for this , I think its called easy out or somthing and sold by Fourney at most hardware stores. You use the rod to build up metal to the top of the hole,chip out the slag( it will be heavy) then place a washer around the hole and weld with 6011 rod the washer to the bolt, then weld on a nut. Try to twist it out, I may break the nut off at the weld and you will have to repeat this 3 or four times but it will work.
The heat from welding will break the loctite, will localize the heat to the bolt rather than the whole part like heating with a torch will, and it will not damage the threads. I have even used this on a aluminum trolling motor mount with a stainless steel bolt that was saltwater corroded. No damage.
I have heard of people using a mig welder for this also.
Your situation sounds like a little heat first, then drill to the size of an easy-out, and try to remove. You can always try welding later as a option.