license plate bolt sheared off

gilby4runner · 12-01-2009, 11:17 AM

I had to get new tags today and when i went to replace my plate both of the bolts sheared off. (yes i did use PB blaster). I removed the rear hatch panel to see if i could get to them but it would be rather difficult. They are rather rusty and dirty. They broke flush with the panel. Options or recomendations?

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bgmac · 12-01-2009, 11:23 AM

Drill them out! Thats what I had to do. Then get a bolt and put a nut w/ locking washer on the back. There is just enough room to reach your had back there to put the nut/washer on.

gilby4runner · 12-01-2009, 11:25 AM

i was afraid that was what i was going to do...
Thanks bgmac

bgmac · 12-01-2009, 11:30 AM

Its not as bad as it seems. Note***make sure your back window is up when drilling! Lol

gilby4runner · 12-01-2009, 01:44 PM

For those who might have the same issue... here are a few options

1. "Easy Out" or similar bolt / screw remover. (I tried one but the bolts were just to rusted.
2. Drill out the sheared bolts and replace with new bolts and nylon nuts or lock washers on the back side.

**If you have big hands you will have to be patient. The top right bolt is a pain! I taped two wrenches together and tried that approach. It would worked but my patience wore thin.

LK1 · 12-01-2009, 04:51 PM

Double sided foam tape?

camo31"10.50" · 12-01-2009, 05:11 PM

use screws...?? instead of bolts? maybe...thread the holes?

gpcollen1 · 12-02-2009, 07:19 AM

Why would you not just drill and tap them and install new bolts. Pretty simple really...

12-01-2009, 11:23 AM	#2 (permalink)
bgmac Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 151	Drill them out! Thats what I had to do. Then get a bolt and put a nut w/ locking washer on the back. There is just enough room to reach your had back there to put the nut/washer on. __________________ 1998 Limited T4R 265/75/16, BFG, Hella 500, Tociko, PP 1" Springs, Optima Red 34R, K&N, Kenwood, JL,

12-01-2009, 11:25 AM	#3 (permalink)
gilby4runner Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Dickson,Tennessee Posts: 1,562	i was afraid that was what i was going to do... Thanks bgmac __________________ 2002 Sport- (Sporticus) OME 881 / 906 combo, Full Synthetics, 265/75/16 Geolander AT II's, Brembo / Hawk combo,and a cool car seat for the future wheeler! 1998 Tacoma- The fun is about to begin!

12-01-2009, 11:30 AM	#4 (permalink)
bgmac Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 151	Its not as bad as it seems. Note***make sure your back window is up when drilling! Lol __________________ 1998 Limited T4R 265/75/16, BFG, Hella 500, Tociko, PP 1" Springs, Optima Red 34R, K&N, Kenwood, JL,

12-01-2009, 01:44 PM	#5 (permalink)
gilby4runner Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Dickson,Tennessee Posts: 1,562	For those who might have the same issue... here are a few options 1. "Easy Out" or similar bolt / screw remover. (I tried one but the bolts were just to rusted. 2. Drill out the sheared bolts and replace with new bolts and nylon nuts or lock washers on the back side. **If you have big hands you will have to be patient. The top right bolt is a pain! I taped two wrenches together and tried that approach. It would worked but my patience wore thin. __________________ 2002 Sport- (Sporticus) OME 881 / 906 combo, Full Synthetics, 265/75/16 Geolander AT II's, Brembo / Hawk combo,and a cool car seat for the future wheeler! 1998 Tacoma- The fun is about to begin!

12-01-2009, 05:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
camo31"10.50" Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Vian, OK Posts: 3,621	use screws...?? instead of bolts? maybe...thread the holes? __________________ FOR SALE 1986 Ext. Cab 4x4, rebuilt 22R, 5spd, 31x10.50 X-Terrains FOR SALE 1992 SR5 4runner V6, 5 speed, 4in. trail-master lift, 33x12.50 BFG muds, 4.56 gears!!! and an IMMACULATE interior..yes..you should be jealous "Its still a toyota man.. Dont deprive it of its capabilities.." "If you can read english, Thank a teacher...If you can speak it, Thank a soldier!!" Kelli Ruark-2009

12-01-2009, 04:51 PM	#6 (permalink)
LK1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Boston, MA. Posts: 39	Double sided foam tape?

12-02-2009, 07:19 AM	#8 (permalink)
gpcollen1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Connecticut (NY State of Mind) Posts: 447	Why would you not just drill and tap them and install new bolts. Pretty simple really... __________________ '99 SR5 Sport - Desert Dune: AirRaid MIT, OEM Air Filter, Toyo 265/75/16 ATs, Deckplate, PP Springs and Bilsteins, Cheapo nerf bars, Injector replacement impending

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