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How to Loosen Stubborn Nuts, Bolts and Screws

Torches, screw extractors, oil and other tricks to help you free stuck fasteners.

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Do stuck fasteners make you come unglued? Here’s help. Squirrel away these simple tricks in your memory ’til the day you need them. They’ll ease your troubles, save time and maybe keep a few colorful expressions out of your toddler’s vocabulary.

From The Family Handyman - September 2002

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• Step-by-Step Instructions and Pictures of How to Loosen Stubborn Nuts, Bolts and Screws
• Torches, screw extractors, oil and other tricks to help you free stuck fasteners. Read an overview on how to loosen stubborn nuts, bolts and scews.
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