license plate bolt sheared off
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license plate bolt sheared off
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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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.
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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.
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.
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