removal of the a4ld

[massive bass]

just started taking out the a4ld trans everythings run smooth till i hit the convertor housing bolts to the engine. i rounded off one of the bolts on the bottom, i'm questioning whether or not i should square off the head and use vise grips, or if i should drill it and use an easy out. also if anyone knows the best tool to get the bolts on the top of the housing off.

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[Crankcase]

The shop that redid one of my seals had problems with the bolts, they ended up cutting them off

If it is not too stripped, try visegrips or squaring offthe corners....good luck, they are a PITA

 

[Opera House]

I think you're still in good shape

These bolts are very close to the edge of the starter ring. They require a very thin wall socket in order to fully seat. If you reach in, I think you will still find nice edges in down further. Your best bet is to take an old socket and grind down the outside wall.

Top bolts: I use 6 point impact sockets. 12 pointers have a potential for stripping. Then just keep using extensions. These take some force sometimes. I only used 3/8 extensions, about 6 in series, and I snaped two of the cheap unhardened extensions. Uses a pipe extension on the ratchet.