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Old Nov 2, 2010 | 07:05 PM
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hey i broke the bolt in my rocker arm cover that goes to my head i bought an easy out but the drill bits suck does anyone know any tricks to make removeing this easier i dont wanna mess up my heads i just got machined any help is appreciated
 
Old Nov 2, 2010 | 07:12 PM
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A sharp drill bit and patience!

Center bolt valve covers or perimeter? You haven't provided vehicle info...
 
Old Nov 2, 2010 | 10:01 PM
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the 4 small boltys that hold the covers that go over my rocker arms
 
Old Nov 2, 2010 | 10:04 PM
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i take it it broke off flush with the head? if so good luck they can be tricky but go get a good drill bit no cheap ones and take your time
 
Old Nov 3, 2010 | 05:11 PM
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yup flush it sucks im gonna go at it here today i just really dont wannay mess up the heads i put on. everythings on gaskets and all i just need to connet hoses, but this bolt stopped me in my tracks so that head aint comein off thats for sure
 
Old Nov 3, 2010 | 09:06 PM
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nevermind got that sonabitch came out clean ill have it runnin by friday just gotta put a new powerstearing pump and connect everything hard to get a whole lot done after work
 
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