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Neejay · 11-28-2005, 09:54 AM

That damn top bolt...jeez...its such a tight fit, I tried using 2 extensions locked together, but it was so loose I couldnt get the wrench to lock enough to turn (not to mention the tight fit).

Whats the trick to removing the top bolt? I also couldnt access it from the top.

-usmd-180sx · 11-28-2005, 10:18 AM

You can use numerous things to get that bolt off. I used just a standard socket ratchet. Dont use any extensions, it wont fit. Obviously. But ya.. try using a 1/4 ratchet with a regular bolt to loosen it.. and then slip a open end wrench in there to take it off.. It helps if u have the wrench that has the turning ability. (know what i mean?)

Try that and get back to us

*Jonnie Fraz* · 11-28-2005, 12:30 PM

I used a u-joint socket and extension and had no problems. Use name brand socket ie. Snap On, Mac, or Craftsman You will save yourself a headache.

Xren17 · 11-28-2005, 12:49 PM

I bought extra long wrench from freight harbor for $10.

pr240sx · 11-28-2005, 01:00 PM

Wooble adapter, long extension, from the tranny.

S13Disco · 11-28-2005, 04:29 PM

long extensions to reach from behind the tranny plenty of room to use a 1/2" ratchet back there

Tenchuu · 11-28-2005, 11:01 PM

you with ratchet pushing, friend with long wrench hooked onto wratchet pulling from other side. it comes right off.

bardabe · 11-29-2005, 04:31 PM

Dude just jack up the car abotu 1.5 feet in teh air. put on good jackstands and have fun. I took off the starter from my car in less than 20 minutes from UNderneath the Vehicle.

240silvia · 11-29-2005, 06:04 PM

Jack the car up. Link about 4-5 12" extensions together. Fish it in from the trans. It's easy. 5 mins and you will be done.

*NemeGuero* · 11-30-2005, 04:41 PM

I dunno about 1.5ft.. I had 8" tops.. and I had it off..
Wobble socket and extensions. That's it.
OR
You can pull off the intake mani and reach from up top. It's a clear shot.

11-28-2005, 09:54 AM	#1
Neejay Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: lol Age: 39 Posts: 2,586 Trader Rating: (2) Rides Gallery: Neejay Feedback Score: 2 reviews	Getting the top starter bolt off...? That damn top bolt...jeez...its such a tight fit, I tried using 2 extensions locked together, but it was so loose I couldnt get the wrench to lock enough to turn (not to mention the tight fit). Whats the trick to removing the top bolt? I also couldnt access it from the top.

11-28-2005, 12:30 PM	#3
Jonnie Fraz Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cali Age: 56 Posts: 1,371 Trader Rating: (29) Rides Gallery: Jonnie Fraz Feedback Score: 29 reviews	I used a u-joint socket and extension and had no problems. Use name brand socket ie. Snap On, Mac, or Craftsman You will save yourself a headache. __________________ Stealth-Custom-Fab.com

11-29-2005, 04:31 PM	#8
bardabe Post Whore! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SoCal Age: 35 Posts: 4,719 Trader Rating: (10) Rides Gallery: bardabe Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Dude just jack up the car abotu 1.5 feet in teh air. put on good jackstands and have fun. I took off the starter from my car in less than 20 minutes from UNderneath the Vehicle. __________________ Review Thread

11-30-2005, 04:41 PM	#10
NemeGuero No more nissan. Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: RAIN, Washington. Age: 40 Posts: 8,132 Trader Rating: (10) Rides Gallery: NemeGuero Feedback Score: 10 reviews	I dunno about 1.5ft.. I had 8" tops.. and I had it off.. Wobble socket and extensions. That's it. OR You can pull off the intake mani and reach from up top. It's a clear shot. __________________

11-28-2005, 10:18 AM	#2
-usmd-180sx Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: CA- San Jose Posts: 649 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	You can use numerous things to get that bolt off. I used just a standard socket ratchet. Dont use any extensions, it wont fit. Obviously. But ya.. try using a 1/4 ratchet with a regular bolt to loosen it.. and then slip a open end wrench in there to take it off.. It helps if u have the wrench that has the turning ability. (know what i mean?) Try that and get back to us

11-28-2005, 12:49 PM	#4
Xren17 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Diego / Cerritos Posts: 341 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	I bought extra long wrench from freight harbor for $10.

11-28-2005, 01:00 PM	#5
pr240sx Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 627 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Wooble adapter, long extension, from the tranny.

11-28-2005, 04:29 PM	#6
S13Disco Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: RIALTO, CA Posts: 177 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	long extensions to reach from behind the tranny plenty of room to use a 1/2" ratchet back there

11-28-2005, 11:01 PM	#7
Tenchuu Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Oregon Age: 42 Posts: 2,474 Trader Rating: (8) Rides Gallery: Tenchuu Feedback Score: 8 reviews	you with ratchet pushing, friend with long wrench hooked onto wratchet pulling from other side. it comes right off.

11-29-2005, 06:04 PM	#9
240silvia Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Wilmington NC Age: 40 Posts: 2,060 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Jack the car up. Link about 4-5 12" extensions together. Fish it in from the trans. It's easy. 5 mins and you will be done.