How To Get A Stripped Bolt Out?

Spray penetrating oil on the bolt and let it soak

Use the correct size socket or wrench

Tap the socket onto the bolt with a hammer

Try a six-point socket instead of a twelve-point socket

Use a bolt extractor socket

Clamp locking pliers onto the exposed bolt head

Apply heat to the surrounding metal if safe to do so

Strike the bolt head lightly to help break corrosion

Use a manual impact driver

Cut a new slot in the bolt head and use a flathead screwdriver

Weld a nut onto the stripped bolt head

Drill a pilot hole and use a screw extractor

Drill the bolt out completely if extraction fails

Replace the bolt after removal

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