starter bolts are seized

1997 FORD EXPLORER
100,000 MILES
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TGUNS
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I have a 97 ford explorer awd xlt 5.0 having trouble with the starter mounting bolts with not bust loose I have tried heat and lubricants. any alternatives. I need alternative on how to bust loose the mounting bolts I have used heat and lubricants. I am working with minimal hand room.
Dec 26, 2011 at 2:07 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Try an impact wrench if it can be used to get to it otherwise you gonna have to keep trying with the heat and lubricant
Dec 26, 2011 at 2:13 PM
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