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Old 08-19-2004, 06:59 PM
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my friend is putting new rotors on his gti vr6. we have everything unbolted but the rotor is rusted to the hub. we have already put liquid wrench on that ---- and beat it with a hammer for like 15 min straight. any ideas on how to get this ---- off? thanx (we have already posted on the vwvortex and they arent any ------- help
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:09 PM
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Are you being a ----- with the hammer? Did you remember to take the little screws out? I've never had a problem taking a rotor off, but then again I live in AZ where rust doesn't happen. :P
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:11 PM
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no we werent being pussies with the hammer :P. the stock rotor is pretty much useless now because of all the dents and ----
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:12 PM
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hit it with a torch. You can pick up the cheap ones for 12 bucks at lowes, etc.
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:15 PM
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use a press
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:18 PM
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how long do u take the torch to it for?
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Rx7toStarion
use a press
im assuming thats a rotor removing tool...explain please
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:30 PM
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http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=38335
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Old 08-19-2004, 07:32 PM
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would using a torch be risky?..he needs it done tomorrow
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