CPS Removal Gone Wrong...

[PhillyB]

Hey guys... in my first few eeks with my new OBS, I have encountered a stubborn CPS bolt that is now rounded off.

I have tried everything I know...
bolt outs, bolt buster, vice grips, smaller sockets, jb weld, etc.. My hands and arms are too big to get in there and really make anything happen.

I am planning to get after it from the front this weekend and was hoping for a quick hit list of what has to be removed to access it from straight on. Thanks in advance.

[CELAYORK]

Here is a link ralated, maybe helps you:

S.O.B.! stripped CPS bolt head - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums

[351fifty]

Tried gator bits yet?

[66Bronco]

It's most easily accessed from underneath, which puts the 10mm bolt at about the 10 o'clock position. If it'll run, try it on a warm engine and use copious amounts of pB'laster or WD-40. It shouldn't have more than about 10-15 ft-lbs of torque on it though.

[madpogue]

10mm head, right? Try the 3/8" bolt-out. Also try multiple brands. I had a 10mm-head bolt for the belt tensioner in my Saturn round off. Craftsman bolt-out socket epic failed; started to chew up the "teeth" of the socket. Believe it or not, the cheapo Harbor Freight version got 'er done .