How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?
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How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Removal of rounded, painted or rusted bolts can be done in several ways using bolt grippers. Factors such as the difficulty of removing the bolt and its location will help you decide which tools to use.

Equipment you will need:

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?Tools You'll Need:
  • Bolt holders
  • One of the following tools: pliers, adjustable wrench, manual or pneumatic ratchet, pneumatic or electric impact wrench.
 How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 1 - Choose Bolt Handles

First, select the appropriate size bolt grips for the bolt being removed.

To do this, measure the head of the bolt being removed. The grip size is usually engraved on the side or printed on the case or packaging, if available.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 2 - Choose a square drive

If you want to remove with little force, or if the bolt is difficult to remove, use a square drive. This will allow you to use a manual or pneumatic ratchet and a pneumatic or electric impact wrench.

Attach the bolt handle to the drive square.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 3 – Choose Hex Flats

If you're using hex flats, place the bolt handle on the bolt you want to remove, making sure it's in a comfortable position and the handle doesn't move at all.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 4 - Vise Pliers or Adjustable Wrench

If you are using vise pliers or an adjustable wrench, place the jaws firmly around the hex surfaces of the handle once it is on the bolt.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 5 – Impact Ratchet Settings

If you are using a pneumatic or electric impact ratchet, you will need to set it to reverse.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 6 - Use an Impact Ratchet

Now it is set to reverse, pull the trigger on the pneumatic or electric impact wrench to turn the bolt handle counterclockwise.

On the air ratchet, you will need to press a lever to move the bolt handles.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 7 - Use a Hand Ratchet

If you are using a hand ratchet, simply place it on the bolt and turn counterclockwise.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 8 - Use an adjustable wrench or vise pliers.

Using an adjustable wrench or pliers, grasp the bolt handles and turn them counterclockwise. The teeth of the handles should cut into the bolt.

Continue turning the bolt counterclockwise until it starts to pop out.

How to remove bolts with bolt clamps?

Step 9 - Remove the Bolt

A damaged or broken bolt can now be completely removed.

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