[Vwdiesel] uhhh, removing strut insert?

[Roger Brown]

Val Christian wrote:
> Mine always had a hex flange.  I used a large (16") arc joint pliers,
> and a large rod or screwdriver through the bottom strut mounting holes.
> 
> Heat helps here.  Not a lot is usually necessary.  
> 
>> Hmmmm..  I've got the internally threaded 81 pickup inserts.  Any tips
>> on getting this thing out? I'm a bit concerned about banging up the
>> strut housing.  Pipe wrench?  hmmmm..
>>
>> Will.

I recall clamping my old strut housing in a vise, down at the base and not tight enough to 
crush it, just enough to hold it still.  Then soaking the top threads w/ a good 
penetrating oil and some propane torch heat applied, I think I used either a pipe wrench 
or channel-lock pliers on the top.

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   Roger