Technical Bolts and Belts

[Rajea]

I just purchased a 1978 X19 she has some issues . I need to redo the hoses and belts. I can't get the bolts off I bought this as a project for my son's and I. Any suggestions?

 

[The Panda Nut]

Can you be more specific about which bolts.

 

[Rajea]

Can you be more specific about which bolts.

The bolts that hold the airpump. I need to replace the belt and do know what kind of belt to get ? I also think it needs a new alternator as well. Trying to figure out how I'm getting that thing off is going to be fun! Any suggestions?

 

[The Panda Nut]

Well start with lots and lots of penertrating fluid and giv it time, kep soaking things. Maybe some lcaol heat from a micro torch or hire an induction loop to get heat on the bolts, I guess they have been in there a very long time. I would try my impact wrench ona long extension using a universal joint too. It would probably damage or break the UJ but worth it. Or try a socket and bar and just keep tapping teh end and see if that will do the business. If the bolt is really rusted in this may need to be an engine out job when you could give the whole thing a fettle and get proper access and check everything.

 

[Rajea]

Thank you!