Originally Posted by Graham

Been trying to get the bolt out that holds the rubber buffer in place. Even after spraying rust penetrant in for a couple of days, that bolt won't budge. It is just an allen capscrew. I used a good quality allen key but it turned in the screw's socket, likely ruining it.

Question - Has anyone removed this buffer? The rubber appears to fit over a steel cup washer. Is that washer an integral part of the buffer? This is what it looks like:

This is other side which should also take off:


Any suggestions on how to get that bolt out, preferably without ruining thread welcomed!

- There is not much room to drill it out - maybe I need an angle drill?
- Vice grips - Cup washer limits access, but I can flatten it out, But VG will probably chew up the head.
- Heat - may be able to get small torch in there.

Stupid job considering those buffers don't do anything. Mainly wanting to gain access so I can repair rust.