Recent content by martydap

I own a 2013 Patrol 2WD. No problems at all. It's built like a tank. I've ridden it in snowstorms. It definitely does not handle like a motorcycle but it is a blast to ride. My wife loves riding in the sidecar. 2013 is the last year of the carbeurated bikes. 2014 and newer have the fuel...

Well I did it! After much heating, PB Blaster, hammering and swearing it came loose! Thanks everyone for the advice and moral support. I'm sure I'll come up with more questions as this project progresses.

I figure I'm going to replace the bolt anyway. I am using a deep socket with a metal rod in it to put over the bolt. There is about a 3/8 inch space between the end of the socket and the frame. It gives me a little more space when swinging the hammer. If and when I get it to move I'll have to...

I have now used PB Blaster, heated it up and hammered and it still hasn't budged. I guess I'll just keep whacking away at it. Should I try drilling it out or will that cause more problems?

Okay. Just searched again and found the solution. A much bigger hammer seems to be the answer. Just went out and bought PB Blaster and going to give it a shot.

Hi. New to the forum. I picked up an '81 Special with only 2500 miles on it. It was last registered in 1986. Carbs and tank cleaning, oil change etc. and it runs perfect. It sat all those years in a damp cellar so now I'm taking it apart to clean it up and remove some rust. I am attempting to...