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How can you increase the chance of loosening a nut with a wrench?
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∙ 11y ago
If a nut is very likely to be tough, or if it's rusted in place, I heat it with a propane torch first. If applying heat is dangerous, I hit one flange of the nut with a spring loaded impact tool.
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∙ 11y ago
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