1999 Honda Civic tie rod end stop nut stuck

1999 HONDA CIVIC
151,980 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I tryed to replaced my honda outer tie rod end, but I can not removed the stop nut, since to stuck to the outer tie rod end, any idea to remove the stop nut? Thank you.
May 2, 2009 at 10:28 AM
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TED-E-DEE
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I take it you are reffering to the nut on the "Inner Tie Rod" ? It butts up against the outer tie rod end ?You will more than likely have to heat it up w/a torch. If you do not have access to a torch, sometimes you can get it hot enough w/Butane torch to break it loose. It will take longer w/Butane, get it good & hot. Use caution not to burn any rubber bushings or axle boots ! Good Luck ! P.S., also use penitrating oil. { P.B.Blaster or equivelent }.
May 2, 2009 at 2:06 PM
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