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Old 05-07-2005, 03:21 PM
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Re: Frozen Rim

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Originally Posted by 98SilvyKid
Any body have any ideas for getting a rim off of a brake drum. It is very stuck in place. I've soaked it in rust penetrating spray forever, and beat on it mercilessly with a sledge hammer. This rim just does not want to brake away from the brake drum. I jack it up, take off the bolts, and go crazy, yet nothing. If I were to ever get a flat tire, I'd be pretty screwed. I'm trying to get it off without messing up the drum. This rim is on the rear driver side. Any help is VERY MUCH appreciated. Thanks, I'm going nuts.

I have yet to see something not brake loose for me by using a sledge hammer, maybe it has something to do with me being 6'5" and 260lbs
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