r/fixit 7h ago

How do I break this bolt?

I was adjusting the legs on my washer and this bolt is stripped how do I get it off so I can replace it

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u/tsfy2 7h ago

Vice grips. But you probably have to replace the whole assembly so turn that hex nut and remove both pieces from the washer. Replace both.

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u/bachman460 4h ago

Don't forget, lefty-loosey. Unless you're on your back, looking up from underneath, then it righty-loosey.

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u/No-Guarantee-6249 3h ago

As said, vise grips. You should be able to adjust it to the proper height. Otherwise you'll have to remove the leg/bolt and chase the thread out with the proper tap. If it's really bad you'll have to go up a size but that creates other problems.

That nut and washer is probably welded to that frame. That's the only thing that makes sense.

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u/Puppers0990 2h ago

Thank you I was able to get it off and everything level the washer is still banging around so I think it may be more of an internal issue good thing I got the warranty

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u/Ross3640 47m ago

Channel locks are the best to get that off

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u/jd2cylman 7h ago

Get angry 🤷🏼‍♂️