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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 12:50 PM
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cam postion sensor

i have a 1996 f350 7.3 deisel.my question is the 10mm bolt will not break lose. i am afraid to round off the corners.any suggestions ,
 
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 01:17 PM
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Try taking a 6 point wrench or socket and tapping it with a hammer. Just make sure its a 6 point and u shouldnt round the bolt head off
 
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 01:49 PM
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i'll second that one. sometimes just a little jar will break them loose without rounding the head
 
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 02:18 PM
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Like they said. Tap on it and spray w/ WD-40 and tap some more.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2007 | 08:37 PM
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Old Aug 31, 2007 | 12:18 AM
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thats a good one ckal704!!!
 
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