1994 Ford Taurus Need some help

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ZACMAN101
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1994 Ford Taurus

Ok, on the left side of my 94 Ford Taurus, rear suspension, I'm replacing my struts. I broke the head off the bolt holding the spindle closed to the shock. I've been drilling at it and I got nothing, do I need a bigger better drill? I've used my propane torch to heat it up, but it doesn't look like it did anything to help. I'm just trying to get my EZ out into it so I can pull it out a little so I can rap some vice grips on it then I can get it out. Any tips for getting it out?
Feb 26, 2009 at 12:10 AM
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JGAROFALO
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Suspension bolts are high grade steel. You will need a cobalt or carbide drill to drill it, and the drill needs to be sharp. I would suggest that you take the whole assembly off and take it to a machine shop to have the broken bolt removed. Time and weather make it a bit more than the average easy-out can handle without breaking.
Mar 5, 2009 at 10:06 AM
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