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I am checking to see if a Dremel can use a cutting blade to cut through metal. My problem is that the bolt that holds one of the bumper brackets on the bus is sheared off. The bolt was being tightened so it is not rusted. Had just had the bolts out to change the bracket. I tried an easy out but that broke off, no luck. There is a small reveal of the bolt that I want to score to try and use a screwdriver to back it out but the motor mounts are there and an angle grinder won't fit.

Does a Dremel have enough power for something like this? I don't have one so not sure of its capabilities. Or is there another tool that could do this? I'll post a picture to explain my conundrum.
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It might.

I have a Dremel, but not wheels for it.
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I use my dremel with a cutting wheel on everything I can't get with my grinder. Depends on what you cut, you might go through 4 or 5 cutting wheels but it gets the job done. Great little tool. Go for it.
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A dremel will do it, just make sure you get the right cutting discs or you be shooting them all around the room
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Save the dremel for model airplanes. This works well from harbor freight. Not as good as air powered but it's got 100 times the power of the dremel and cuts bolts with easE. I own one when I am on the run and not near an air supply. Use a coupons. http://m.harborfreight.com/power-tools/ ... 68523.html
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Have to see if I have the 3 inch clearance. Motor mounts are right underneath the bolt ( not good planning).
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Just take it slow and the Dremel will get it done. I used mine to cut some bolts on my utility trailer while my compressor was down, but I over did it and burnt out the speed selector. Take cool down breaks if it's much of a job.
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I agree, a Dremel will do it. Take great care to go slow and don't twist the tool or you'll snap the cutting wheels. In a pinch a Dremel with a grinding bit can be used to slowly grind off the head or through a nut/bolt. At the very least taking away enough material to snap the rest off with a good hammer and chisel or decent flat tip screw driver.
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I have a Dremel if you need to borrow it, I don't have any cutting disc's left but I have the bung. Hee Hee ( I said bung )
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Tom wrote:I have a Dremel if you need to borrow it, I don't have any cutting disc's left but I have the bung. Hee Hee ( I said bung )
You are a bung hole.
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Glenn wrote:
Tom wrote:I have a Dremel if you need to borrow it, I don't have any cutting disc's left but I have the bung. Hee Hee ( I said bung )
You are a bung hole.
Are you threatening me ?
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Tom wrote:
Glenn wrote:
Tom wrote:I have a Dremel if you need to borrow it, I don't have any cutting disc's left but I have the bung. Hee Hee ( I said bung )
You are a bung hole.
Are you threatening me ?
Depends....
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Tom wrote:I have a Dremel if you need to borrow it, I don't have any cutting disc's left but I have the bung. Hee Hee ( I said bung )
Thanks for the offer, but what do I need a bung for? :?
The goal is to back out the stud and since it is box metal I have no access from the sides or top.

I'll borrow the dremel and get some cutting discs. There is only about 1.5 inches between the motor mount and the bumper bracket support so I'll see it I can make it work!
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The bung is what the cutting disc goes into, I'll bring the Dremel tomorrow.
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Aud.... and pics of this situation?

I use a dremel for delicate jobs, but you will burn through the discs... and they get pricey if bought locally.
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Glenn wrote:
Tom wrote:I have a Dremel if you need to borrow it, I don't have any cutting disc's left but I have the bung. Hee Hee ( I said bung )
You are a bung hole.
I was thinking more of this.


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In my next life, I'm going to grow a vagina...no offence aud....
we know that the early bird gets the worm however,
the second mouse gets the cheese.
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SUMTHING wrote:In my next life, I'm going to grow a vagina...no offence aud....

its never too late Dave.....
Glenn wrote:I have to say, this "gruppe" is so much more than just a car club.
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Raj wrote:
SUMTHING wrote:In my next life, I'm going to grow a vagina...no offence aud....
its never too late Dave.....
Dave,

Most health insurance companies exclude paying for sex reassignment surgery. So you'll have to find a "sugar daddy" first who will "pay the freight". And I would not suggest trying to save a buck by cheaping out. You could come out on the "short" end of the stick.
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hmm, someone has looked into this. nothing wrong with that, i'm just saying is all.
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rob711 wrote:hmm, someone has looked into this. nothing wrong with that, i'm just saying is all.
Decided not to, since i'd miss my "little" friend. After all he's been with me all my life. ;)
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