Runabout II Fuel Lid pulling my hair out

[Dave737]

Just got this

http://mazdaroadster.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=12655&d=1412140340

I'm having trouble getting the 23 year old original mounting screws out of my car. Seems they have gotten quite attached to the little guy.
Anyway I was wondering if anyone here knew if there are bolts on the back side or if the screws are reverse threaded.
I think I'll use a blowtorch to heat them up...:shock: 12656

On second thought a drill and an easy out are probably in my future :fp:

P.S. Why do they call it an easy out any way.

[atank]

No bolts on the backside, and they are not reverse threaded, have you tried BP Blaster to loosen the screws?
http://www.expeditionexchange.com/blaster/blaster003%20023.jpg
8MM Socket should get them out...............

[Phatmiata]

PB Blaster and use a socket, and not a Phillips head. Been a while but they should be a 8mm or 10mm bolt?

[theothersawyer]

Yeah, PB blaster and a ratchet! Good choice on the fuel lid! I love mine!

[Tkblazer]

To save you the trouble, just ship the cap to me

[Dave737]

:toomuch: Its on the way TK

Cant believe I didn't notice they are also socket heads......DetDeDe :oops:

[atank]

:toomuch: Its on the way TK

Cant believe I didn't notice they are also socket heads......DetDeDe :oops:

Its perfectly fine, we should all learn something new every day!!!!!!!

[WASABI]

:toomuch: Its on the way TK

Cant believe I didn't notice they are also socket heads......DetDeDe :oops:


Its perfectly fine, we should all learn something new every day!!!!!!!

Lucky we caught you before you broke out the drill!

[Madaboutmx5s]

Don't worry I did the same when I first fitted a zoom lid 8 year or so ago.