[systronic]

Hello All.
I am currently in process of stripping down my '65 I6 Coupe, and have hit a snag. I am having the hardest time getting the leaf springs out. I was able to get the rear mounts off by cutting the shackles with a sawzall, but the fronts are another story. I was able to get the nuts off of the bolts, but the bolts are galled into frame pretty badly. I was able to get them turning by using a propane torch to unbind the bushing, but the bolt still will not come out. Any ideas on how to get the suckers out? Or any experiences? All are welcome, Thanks!

[Shutt24]

The bolts have rusted to the sleeve. I had to take a sawzall and cut the bolts. You can try getting some penetrating oil to it and see if that works. I have heard of people using a torch to cut them out also. Basically you will probably have to cut the bolt.

[fastbck65]

I had to cut the bolts on my '65 f/b on both sides of the mounts. They do not come off easily.

[systronic]

thanks guys, thats what i figured. Ill go invest in a 15 pack of blades for the sawzall...

[The Greek]

I had to use a small air powered saw. It took a while, but I didn't want to use a torch. ---Chuck

[gsp721]

i am having the same trouble. how did you get them out?

[dzrtrat1111]

i was able to use an air cut off wheel to cut the bolts. it worked well and very quickly.. good luck