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Jul 10, 2003 | 10:34 PM

General Davis

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stripped wheel bolt.

do i have to purchase a new set of rotors for just one stripped wheel bolt or can i replace just that bolt? if so, please give me some feedback on how to's.

Jul 11, 2003 | 08:52 AM

Mikeman

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stripped wheel bolt.

You can replace just the one wheel stud. I was able to remove it by lightly tapping on it with a hammer. The manual warns against pounding hard on the stud and for good reason - you can damage the bearings or other stuff. So, if you can't get it out by very lightly tapping on it, use a C-clamp or similar tool to press it out. There's a tool made specifically for this job, if you wish to spend the money.

Jul 11, 2003 | 06:17 PM

General Davis

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stripped wheel bolt.

i have a 97 aero. could i tap out the wheel bolt w/o removing the rotor from the spindle? can it be done by only removing the tire?

Jul 11, 2003 | 08:05 PM

Torque1st

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stripped wheel bolt.

Remove the rotor to be safe. A bearing seizing up at 70MPH can be a disaster. Take the rotor to a shop and have it pressed out and the new stud pressed in properly.

Jul 12, 2003 | 07:26 PM

DOUG5G

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stripped wheel bolt.

I was able to hammer mine out while it was still attached. I did oil them up and let them sit for a while then give it a few pounds with a hammer. Oil and repeat until it came loose. To put the new one in I just slid it in place and used the lug nut to pull it into place. Once I ran out of threads I stacked large washers untill it fully seated. I don't reccomend doing it while on the vehicle either!

Doug