yes there's no load on the UCA. I just removed the front shock and coil spring. Its floating there. Heated both ends of the stud with a MAPP gas torch for 5 minutes, the bushings started to melt and smoke and I got the stud to break loose from whatever's inside, i.e. it now turns freely. But unfortunately it still won't come out. I've now taken the battery and battery tray out and a coolant line so I can get a clear shot with a hammer. Not happening. It won't budge.

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1985 300D Gretchen (Astral Silver) 220k
1983 240D 4-speed Evelyn (Orient Red) 203k


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