u/Robertino99

Image 1 — Stuck pulley bolt on top-loading washing machine - need advice on extraction
Image 2 — Stuck pulley bolt on top-loading washing machine - need advice on extraction
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Stuck pulley bolt on top-loading washing machine - need advice on extraction

I'm trying to remove the drive pulley bolt on my Whirlpool TDLR 6030S.

The bolt is extremely tight due to the factory threadlocker and I'm afraid of stripping the head. I've tried a manual wrench but it won't budge.

Any advice / trick? Thank you in advance!

Gemini recommended applying heat to the screw to break the sealant bond. :))

u/Robertino99 — 6 days ago
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Stuck pulley bolt on top-loading washing machine - need advice on extraction

I'm trying to remove the drive pulley bolt on my Whirlpool TDLR 6030S.

The bolt is extremely tight due to the factory threadlocker and I'm afraid of stripping the head. I've tried a manual wrench but it won't budge.

Any advice / trick? Thank you in advance!

u/Robertino99 — 6 days ago