ever had a stripped cam bolt?? here's a 5 minute fix from Outfront Motorsports - Page 4

J Pride · 06-12-2018, 10:24 AM

I did this to my EJ205 when one cam bolt gave out on me. After I welded a 1/2 nut on the head of the bolt. I was able to break it with a breaker bar by myself. I need to do it to two more of my ej’s. I’d like to start a thread for my 24 hour of lemons wrx (yes I got a wrx for the cheap) but I need 3 replies first. Can someone help me out please? Much appreciated

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skybluesube · 07-05-2018, 02:45 PM

My buddy snapped a head stud one time and that was a blast getting out. Thanks for the tip.

three60austin · 07-08-2018, 11:29 AM

I use this same method with suspension components on Midwest/East Coat cars. Works wonders. Great old school tip!

sgtxRoflcopter · 04-19-2019, 09:01 PM

Umm. that is some innovative thinking

User_Name_1944 · 08-14-2019, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J Pride

I did this to my EJ205 when one cam bolt gave out on me. After I welded a 1/2 nut on the head of the bolt. I was able to break it with a breaker bar by myself. I need to do it to two more of my ej’s. I’d like to start a thread for my 24 hour of lemons wrx (yes I got a wrx for the cheap) but I need 3 replies first. Can someone help me out please? Much appreciated

Sometimes better to spend a little more and not have so much money invested in the lemon cars from my experience.

Aaa246 · 08-22-2019, 11:38 PM

smart

Subi_Doobie · 10-13-2019, 03:57 AM

Great to know! I Went to remove mine to replace cam seals during a t-belt change. They were wicked tight so I left them alone. Good to know this for next time! https://youtu.be/Lsqts5oISK8

Subi_Doobie · 10-13-2019, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J Pride

I did this to my EJ205 when one cam bolt gave out on me. After I welded a 1/2 nut on the head of the bolt. I was able to break it with a breaker bar by myself. I need to do it to two more of my ej’s. I’d like to start a thread for my 24 hour of lemons wrx (yes I got a wrx for the cheap) but I need 3 replies first. Can someone help me out please? Much appreciated

How bout reply to mine too! Lmao

awcforever · 12-28-2019, 11:06 AM

Another solution (not sure if mentioned) i used a 3” extension and a 17mm socket. The extension provides a place to seat my air hammer. Ram the 6 sided 17mm socket over the cam bolt. Takes a good bit of force but then it zips off with the impact. Then using the bench vice i use the air hammer to knock the cam bolt from the socket. Always works for me. I have a welder but for those who don’t this trick is great. Plus I have a very large collection of Chinese sockets I’ve collected in a drawer over the years. ***128513;

10-13-2019, 03:57 AM	#82
Subi_Doobie Scooby Newbie Member#: 507347 Join Date: Oct 2019	Great to know! I Went to remove mine to replace cam seals during a t-belt change. They were wicked tight so I left them alone. Good to know this for next time! https://youtu.be/Lsqts5oISK8 Last edited by Subi_Doobie; 10-13-2019 at 04:26 AM.

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06-12-2018, 10:24 AM	#76
J Pride Scooby Newbie Member#: 475638 Join Date: Oct 2017	I did this to my EJ205 when one cam bolt gave out on me. After I welded a 1/2 nut on the head of the bolt. I was able to break it with a breaker bar by myself. I need to do it to two more of my ej’s. I’d like to start a thread for my 24 hour of lemons wrx (yes I got a wrx for the cheap) but I need 3 replies first. Can someone help me out please? Much appreciated * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

07-05-2018, 02:45 PM	#77
skybluesube Scooby Newbie Member#: 482372 Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Michigan Vehicle: 2002 Subaru WRX Wago Silver	My buddy snapped a head stud one time and that was a blast getting out. Thanks for the tip.

07-08-2018, 11:29 AM	#78
three60austin Scooby Newbie Member#: 487595 Join Date: Jun 2018	I use this same method with suspension components on Midwest/East Coat cars. Works wonders. Great old school tip!

04-19-2019, 09:01 PM	#79
sgtxRoflcopter Scooby Newbie Member#: 500583 Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Arizona Vehicle: 2015 WRX Galaxy Blue	Umm. that is some innovative thinking

08-22-2019, 11:38 PM	#81
Aaa246 Scooby Newbie Member#: 464588 Join Date: Mar 2017	smart

12-28-2019, 11:06 AM	#84
awcforever Scooby Newbie Member#: 382066 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Virginia Vehicle: 2002 Subaru WRX Silver	Another solution (not sure if mentioned) i used a 3” extension and a 17mm socket. The extension provides a place to seat my air hammer. Ram the 6 sided 17mm socket over the cam bolt. Takes a good bit of force but then it zips off with the impact. Then using the bench vice i use the air hammer to knock the cam bolt from the socket. Always works for me. I have a welder but for those who don’t this trick is great. Plus I have a very large collection of Chinese sockets I’ve collected in a drawer over the years. ***128513;