seized link pipe

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  1. sps170373

    sps170373 Moderator
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    Anyone got any advice on how to get a seized link pipe free from an end can?

    Have tried soaking with wd40 and leaving, have also tried heating up and twisting apart! Have a feeling the last owner used an exhaust sealant to hold them together
     
    #1 sps170373, Jul 24, 2015
  2. dansp1

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    Nylon or hide hammer, bash the joint side on all round, normally works.
     
    #2 dansp1, Jul 24, 2015
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    Tried that also
     
    #3 sps170373, Jul 24, 2015
  4. exuptoy

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    Personally I think WD is shit as a penetrant. Try plus gas or even better if you can get it Krano Kroil. That is the best release oil I have tried.
     
    #4 exuptoy, Jul 24, 2015
  5. coupe312

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    5% niric acid, or Hopes bore cleaner wll desolve the seal?
     
    #5 coupe312, Jul 24, 2015
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  6. Mike07

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    Get it red Hot, with a gas torch if you can.
     
    #6 Mike07, Jul 24, 2015

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