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Broken AC compressor bolt

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#1 ·
Hej.
I was changing generator and when removing the compressor, one of the bolts snapped. I tried removing it with a bolt remover tool, but then that snapped inside the drilled hole.
Is it dangerous to just use the remaining 2 bolts?

I am worried about drilling it out and using a larger threat as it seems very close to the oil pan.....

Any advice would be great.

Regards. Liam
 
#2 ·
Dang you e got yourself in a pickle with that one. 🫣
Welcome to the forums.

Drilling out is your best bet.
Use a punch tool for the drill bit to start and use a small bit working it to a larger bit so you can get an extractor to fit properly for removal.

Sounds like fun. 😣
Good luck. 🤞
 
#3 ·
I don't know if it's possible to drill out the extractor, since the extractor is hardened tool steel.
If you used a well under size extractor, then you might drill around the broken off extractor with a small drill bit.
The sure fire method I know, is using a gadget that electrically burns away at the Brocken off extractor in its hole.
Sorry, but I don't know it's name.
You would also have to mind the safety of the computer, since the tool creates an arc like in welding.
How do I know ? Been there, have Brocken them off.
Always try to use the largest extractor, the to be extracting bolt will permit. Extractor break, because they are hardened. Same as tread tap.
I don't envie you.
 
#6 ·
Bieng able to drill it out if what i was worried about.. Im also worried about the drill bieng pushed outwards and into the oil well..
Wouldnt burning it away be problematic due to the low melting point of aluminium.

I was hoping somebody would say i should just use go with the 2 remaining bolts...

I feel like my last resorts are to use a dremmel and try to get the broken piece out. Then re- threading the hole to M10.
Or use a **** ton of chemical metal and glue it in place:)
 
#7 ·
Or use a **** ton of chemical metal and glue it in place:)
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😊 Now Now, don't get carried away and discouraged 😁

A Dremel tool with a suitable head , might be successful .
You could also enquire about the length of the Brocken of bolt. That would give you an idea about how deep you can dig with your tool.

Burning it away should not be a problem. It has to be done very slow, with a electrode that does not melt. Aluminum disipates heat well.
The burning tool is a small apparatus, wish I could remember it's name.