Stubborn shocks

I posted this earlier in the nonspecific area, then realized not much traffic there, so I'm going to repost it here.

I have a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo and felt it was time to change the front shocks. The rubber bushing on the lower part of the shock will not let go of the bolt. I've soaked it for hours with PB Blaster, Kroil, and mouse milk. Hammering only ended up bending the opposite flange. I broke a 'c' clamp. I can rotate the bolt which also rotates the bushing. Is there anything else I can do, or do I admit defeat and take it to my mechanic?

Reciprocating saw with metal-cutting blade! (or hack-saw if you're into manual labor) You'll have to get another bolt of course but it beats screwing around with one that just don't want to turn loose!


ernie

If you have / can borrow a 4" angle grinder with cut-off wheel you might be able to lower it in from the top and cut through the bushing/bolt both sides. You could cut the body off the shock first just above the mount to make it easier to access.

'99