How to Open a Rusty Bolt
Obtain some fizzy drink., Pour the fizzy drink over the bolt. , Wipe it clean with kitchen towel. , Unscrew the bolt., Replace the rusty bolt.
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Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Obtain some fizzy drink.
Any sort of soft drink/soda/beer should work fine. -
Step 2: Pour the fizzy drink over the bolt.
,, The fizzy drink should have dissolved the rust build-up causing the bolt to stick.
This doesn't de-rust the entire bolt but it does loosen the bolt so that you can unscrew it. , If your bolt is very rusted and old, it's time for a trip to the hardware store to buy a new one. -
Step 3: Wipe it clean with kitchen towel.
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Step 4: Unscrew the bolt.
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Step 5: Replace the rusty bolt.
Detailed Guide
Any sort of soft drink/soda/beer should work fine.
,, The fizzy drink should have dissolved the rust build-up causing the bolt to stick.
This doesn't de-rust the entire bolt but it does loosen the bolt so that you can unscrew it. , If your bolt is very rusted and old, it's time for a trip to the hardware store to buy a new one.
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