r3plicant
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Hey, any tips on how to remove rear shock lower pin? Tried the blow torch heating trick (multiple attempts) with groove lock pliers - no luck Didn't even move a bit. Any advise appreciated!
I only tried to soak it with WD40 and used these https://www.amazon.com/IRWIN-VISE-GRIP-Locking-Pliers-2078108/dp/B082ZSZ8GLI just went through this about two months ago. What worked for me is soaking the pin overnight with penetrating oil and then working it up and down with a pair of vice grips (locking pliers). Once I got the up and down movement going it came right out. When you get it out plan on replacing it.
Thanks for your input, to be honest didn't have anything better than WD40 at the moment, apart from regular lithium/silicone based grease cans. As for the pliers, I know these keep the pressure, however I don't think they would have worked better.. Mine are also quite longer than these.The Irwin vise grips is probably what was used BUT the style that clamps on and you don't have to keep pressure on it...
WD40 isn't the best penetrating product to use. I use PB Blaster for the really tough stuff..View attachment 73514