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I woulda loved your brother I'm sure. I do a lot of after dinner work for neighbors and nearby's. Money is tight for all of us. Wish I had your knowledge and skills. but as long as I got you around, I'm a rock star. And I push them all to learn from you. In my area of NC, your weed Wacker video should be viral, whatever the fk that means. Bless you, sir! Bless you, man!
I've been carrying this video in the back part of my brain since you published it. Thanks to your brother Mikey. Today mixed 1 tablespoon of each in a cleaned out glass spice jar, and got the rusted bolts off a found garden trailer. For the win.
Yes,a great loss to you and your family, and I’m sure left you and audience a great wealth of experience. I’m sure he meant for you to carry on. May you find peace brother.
One last ditch item that can help the acetont/atf concoction when it still doesn't turn is: instead of applying pressure loosening the nut/bolt/screw is to tighten it a very small amount 1st. (1/16 of a turn or less) This can break the base metal corrosion loose and allow the atf mix to penetrate more deeply. May God bless & give rest to the soul of Mike!
thanks michaelamick, but most of us old guys know that already, anything moves easier going in the same direction it stuck in. good to hear someone today comment about that.
Can also grab a torch and heat the bolt/nut up, then let it cool. The heating and cooling will cause a slight separation. The penetrating fluid will have an easier time soaking in too.
I have been trying for 2 days to get a siezed nut loose from the most awkward, pain in the butt space on my car and came across your video while I was taking a break. OMG!!! You are a life saver! I immediatly mixed the solution up went out and sprayed that nut and with 10 minutes it was coming off. I couldn't believe it. 2 days I'd been working on this thing, my arms were hurting and felt like rubberbands and BOOM just like that I am off and running. Thank you so much for sharing this!!! I am going to buy me the perfect container tomorrow and it will be on my shelf and in my car from now on. I know this is an older video but I just wanted to say I am sorry about the loss of your brother Mike . It couldn't have been easy to make this video but I am forever grateful that you and Mike listened to your Mom and you shared❣. God Bless 🙏and Thanks again😊.
Steve, I have been trying to get the bolts off my ride on mower spindles for almost two weeks. I tried penetrating fluid, cheater bars, hammers, lots of swearing. Your brother Mikes concoction worked after I let it sit on for the duration of two cold snacks (beers). Thanks for all you do mate.
Steve, I'm recently a new small engine tech. Attended Wisconsin Indanhead Technical College. Got their certificate in Power Sports Technology. I placed First in SkillsUsa power equipment technology in Wisconsin and 8th in the nation at Nationals in 2017. That being said, I don't profess to know anything beyond too much theory. I did this at age 56 beating out 2 year vo-tech students. My problem is; I'm still learning. No where near being an expert I lack mentorship. This is where your videos come in I've learned as much watching your videos as I have in school. Keep up the good work, and anyone who incorporates beer in their tutalege is alright by me Keep up the good work and I hope to get me a hoodie from you soon!
Sure sorry for your loss. I lost my brother last year and it’s heartbreaking Thank you as always for the great tips and tutorials. I’ve repaired my own mowers and weed whackers as well as friends and families with your help. Now I will have a good way to break free rusted bolts thanks to you and your brother.
Steve, My condolences on the loss of your brother. In honour of your sharing of Mike’s ‘concoction’ I’m heading to the liquor store for some of the same Heineken. Thanks Steve (and Mike too!)
Steve's Small Engine Saloon, Just to let you know, I went out to Port Renfrew yesterday to visit some friends, took the Heineken’s to share, and also shared Mikes ‘recipe’... your mom was right, Sharing is Caring and thank YOU for continuing to share all of your knowledge with us!
I've tried most every penetrating fluid known to man over the last 34 years as a machinist. What I have noticed is that when the nut eventually breaks free there is never any sign of the penetrating fluid on the threads where the nut was. What has most always worked is either using the impact forces of an impact gun tightening-loosening in tiny increments, or heat on the nut (not the bolt). Sometimes a combination. But you always run the risk of shearing off the fastener. So I appreciate your tip and I will certaily give it a try. Cheers.
Steve, since refinding your channel a few days ago, I have watched a bunch of them and I can not even begin to tell you how much confidence you instilled in me to tackle some of the small engine issues I am faced with today. My sincere wishes on your family, losing someone is really not losing them but rather, just a spearation of space and time for a while. But, THANK YOU for sharing your brother's recipe for this pentetrating solution. The timing for me seems to be divine in nature as, soon as I finish watching a couple more of your how to vids here, I have a relatively new weed trimmer, honda tiller (aged) and a riding mower with a solenoid problem calling my name attention. Today, I can pick up my tools and head to them with far more confidence than I had just a week ago. I no longer look with dread in the direction of these pieces of equipment to make the repairs/tune ups. Hats off to you and Mike for helping us all learn, grow and save...
What a great tip. Even if this is a few years since your brother passed, please accept my sincerest condolences. You are the best Steve and I know your brother was proud of you.
I had fast forward past the talk about your brother passing, and not a second later restarted the video thinking to myself how much you have helped me with the videos you make, the least I can do is hear you out and send my condolences, really man thank you for helping a young man learn. I know your bother is proud of you and bless him may he rest easy.. your the best man, thanks
Rusted out cast iron fry pan is going to get some of this "treatment". Nice tribute Steve. Also belated condolences. I really sensed the genuine heartfelt sincerity in your voice. A nice closure to a brother.
I have heard of this acetone/atf mix many times. I've not used it yet, my go to is Aerokroil, or Kroil. It claims to get into clearances up to one millionth of an inch. It's never failed to work, it's expensive, but worth it.
Sorry for the loss of your brother. Thank you Steve for sharing this recipe, I play with small engines mainly on pressure washers maintaining them for my cleaning business. Thanks for all your tips and advice, you've saved me not only time but money as well!
My Dad died, march this year. He was 85, but shit it is hard to process. Steve, thank you for sharing your loss and the tip your brother gave you. Remember guys, we need to talk!
Steve, I tried Aero Kroil, heat, freeze spray, the works... muffler U-bolts wouldn't budge. So I watched your video, made a couple of tablespoons of your brother's brew, and voila! Off they came! Great way to honor your brother's memory! Thank you!
Thanks for this little gem, Steve. Glad your Mom always taught you and your brother to share. So sorry for your loss. I know Mike is pleased with your honoring his memory in this way. God bless you guys. Peace.
So sorry to hear about your loss, Steve. Thank you for this tip, I know it will come in handy! Now, if I could just get ONE of my 4 lawnmowers to run.....lol
Steve I just found your channel a couple days ago and have been binge watching. I am so sorry about your loss. Condolences to you and your family, I know Mike is so proud of you and smiled when he saw this video. R.I.P. Mike.
This works! I had been working on a frozen 3/4 in strut nut for hours, (impact, 4 ft cheater bar, and Kroil- no luck). I used Mike's 50/50 mix twice, after 3 minutes the nut was spinning freely. Amazing. Thanks for sharing.!
Just yesterday we had a flat on our boat trailer….those nuts have not been touched for YEARS…couldn’t even begin to budge them….my husband found your video ..mixed it up …& SHAZAM!!! … just like magic he was able to take them off IMMEDIATELY after applying this mixture!…we have spread the word to friends & family!….would never of believed it if we hadn’t seen it for ourselves …THANK YOU so much!!👍
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Even though I am just seeing this now, about a year later, Mike's tip will live on and so will his memory through you. I can tell it was difficult at the beginning of your video and you came through it like a true professional. I am truly impressed at your stamina and courageous effort to carry on for your fans and also to help you through a difficult time. God Bless Steve.
I am upset, i haven't even got to the actual video content. Steve is special, we all love him and the video's, i cannot imagine how special Mike was, but by the sounds of it, he was a beautiful man. Paul from Australia, is thinking of you Steve. [me].
Thank you for the tip, it looks good. I use Penetrene, on difficult Nuts, but you may need to let is seep-in for a few hours. 20 years back I was repairing a Ford Steering Box. But, before I could dismantle it I had the break the seal of 1 ¼ Inch nut holding the arm. With a socket and a one yard lever I could not break the seal. I put Penetrene on it and went home. Next morning I was able to remove the nut with a 10 Inch Spanner. Not as quick as your suggestion, but it’s an off the shelf product.
I just came across this video, my deepest condolences regarding your brother. I have lost one also, and I share your pain. This mix seems to be what I've needed. I have a '63 Beetle and well... rusted nuts come with the territory. This will be a game changer.
I've been using this for the last month or so while working on a car that sat for 3 years in New England. I've yet to break a bolt of yet. Thank you for the great tip/formulation.
Thank you for everything. You helped me get a new job and being a single father, now able to feed my Daughter and we are happy. All thanks to you Steve. I'm sorry to hear about your families loss. We down here in Roeland Park, Kansas will be thinking of you guys.
EXCELLENT TIP CHEERS - RIP Mikey. As a guy below says once the nut releases DONT try to run it straight off it WILL seize again. Undo - then tighten a little - undo - tighten - undo- tighten etc THEN she will come off! I have use this with bolts up to 2 inches!
We have used Lime-Away on rusted and corroded nuts, bolts and auto parts with very good results. Thanks for this tip. I'll surely try it. May God fill your hearts with love and memories until you meet again.
Steve, my best to you and your family, sorry for your loss. Know this, Mike lives on in my shop, he starts work tomorrow. Thank you, my friend. BTW, the can will be marked Mikes mix.
Sorry to hear about your brother Steve. You did a great job on making this video which I could tell was difficult for you. The glimpse of the emotion brought back memories of when I lost my dad. It is just been over two years and I miss him terribly. That being said, I will try this today in my shop. I thank you for posting this. Up until now my go to has been heating it with a propane torch or heat gun just enough to melt a small puddle of candlewax on the stuck nut or bolt, This works extremely well, but adding he can sometimes be a problem.
God bless Mike, Steve and your family. You are 100% correct. I've been using this for a few years now and I haven't found any nut/bolt this hasn't freed. Most guys have a half liter of ATF sitting around and Acetone isn't that expensive.
Found this linked video after viewing yours about lawn mower with no compression. Steve, so sorry for your loss. Its been years since I lost my brother, but we'll see them again! Thanks for a great tip. RIP Mike. Rob
So sorry for your loss brother. Hoping his life down here was happy and may he rest in peace. What I use that works pretty well is about one-third each of diesel,transmission fluid, and acetone. Thanks for all the good things you've shown us Steve. Cheers Brother😊
HDPE, triangle recycling #2 works fine to store acetone in. I've had some in a bottle I keep with my TIG stuff for cleaning and have had no problems with deterioration. I inherited a gallon of Texaco penetrating oil from my dad. I mix that 50/50 with Marvel Mystery Oil and a few squirts of Kroil and that works for me. Dexron is nasty stuff if you don't get it off your hands so I could see how it would work as a penetrant. Thanks for posting Steve with all your wrench bending help. P.S. Make mine a Heineken, original strength, but I've heard the NA is excellent if yer goin' that way.
Hey, Steve, that tip of Mikeys has now made its way across the pond and will be sitting in my garage in the UK, marked up as "Mikeys mix", for my lifetime at least. I reckon that's not a bad success for your brother! Sorry for you and your families loss, friend, take care, mate. Oh and if you're watching......thanks for that Mikey!
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, Steve. Thank you so much for you and your wife's work in these videos. Your perserverence and dedication, even in a time like this, is appreciated and commended. I've heard of this trick before and have yet to try it, but I will soon!
Been using acetone and atf since I was a kid. My gramps taught me to use it when I started working on bikes and small engines. Another option that also works in some instances is to heat the part and rub it with wax and let it penetrate. But acetone and atf is about the best and cheapest penetrating fluid out there.
Steve, loss of a family member can be devasting. Please accept my condolences. Thank you for sharing this excellent trick. In a way, you have shared a bit of Mike with all of us and he will continuing helping us ix stuff.
I recently purchased a gallon of acetone from fiberglass store and it comes in a plastic jug.Sometimes need to loosen rusty fasteners and I use heat when possible. Thanks for your tip on this one.
Cheers to Mike my brother I really can feel you Steve, you have some balls to share this on his memory!!!! Life goes on keep on doing what you’re doing bro!!!
Sorry for your loss Steve. I know the feeling. I lost my little brother when he was 23 years old. He was already an excellent automotive mechanic as he was rebuilding VW’s when he was 12 years old. I’m a carpenter by trade but watching your videos has made me a decent small engine guy. Thank you for everything. Wish you and I and our brothers could sit around and BS I’m sure we would all enjoy it. Once again. , sorry for your loss and thanks again !!
I just tried this on a rusted castle nut for an outer tie rod that I've been struggling with for 2 weeks and was AMAZED at how well it worked! Nothing else would make it budge: I heated it well over 650 °F, added an extension to a breaker bar and put over 500lb-ft of torque, soaked it in PB Blaster, nothing. 50/50 ATF with Acetone, poured it on a few times to let it soak, waited a few minutes, and the nut turned as if nothing happened😮😮 HUGE thanks to you, Steve! 💪🏻💪🏻
Hi Steve, I’m so sorry about your brother, my heartfelt condolences go out to you, your family and Mikey’s. Thank you for sharing his tip. I happen to have those ingredients in my garage and will try it on a seized, rusty glow plug nut on my old diesel. Thanks again so much
That's my battle now too. Got 7 out and one broke inside and now I am trying to get that out. Tried extractors, heat, fluid, etc and nothing is budging it yet.
i have a stubborn Ellen bolt on a lower manifold stuck. i sprayed it with PB blaster last night. if it doesn't come off today, i will definitely try this and report back.
@@luistobar7 bolt ended up snapping . I think it was just to old, seized from age, and corrosion. I used an extractor set i bought on amazon to get it out. Took some patience, but got it done.
I tend to use the commercial penetrant lubes followed by that certain style of opposing hammer blows from two opposing hammers . The vibration and slight contraction and elongation microscopic level carries the stuff deeper as well as breaking up the rust bonds . Final resort is the portable blowtorch along with cooling water jet from a pump up hand sprayer .
I don't know what to say Steve, but you surely got to my tender side. You rock and your videos are exactly what you advertise. May you be comforted in your loss.
Hi Steve` could see the hurt you felt when you mention your brother, I thank you for mikes fantastic solution to unseized components, Its great that knowledgeable persons give welcomed advice and like to help others, This technic with these to liquids will now be past down to my family and so on, There are certain plastic squirt chemical bottles that acetone will be happy being left in if people prefer over metal due to the cost, I also learnt from an old timer I must share` when you come across rusty seized nuts and bolts, Never try to loosen first always crack it by tightening it first because you ain`t trying to force the nut onto the rust there's more likely to be less to no rust on the other side that ain`t expose to the air
Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my big brother 11 years ago and it still brings a tear to my eye from time to time. But I know he'd kick me square in the pants if I didn't carry on though eh! I would have loved to share your channel with him but some how, him and Mike are probably watching your channel now and reading all these great comments. Thanks so much for all you share. You are an Oak Tree Steve! A Mighty Oak! Take Care, Tom
sorry for your family's loss Steve. If you have a Phillips screw that you think will strip out dip the screw driver tip in valve grinding compound and go for it press and twist like you mean it. Gives it some teeth.
I lost my brother 'Mike' at age 34 (cancer) He too was a mechanic. His slogan was "the right tool for the right job" Sometimes I bend that rule, but always think of him. Jim 🇦🇺
i found an old jorgenson 112x clamp with a frozen screw...tried heat and many other thing s for close to a year...then tried the atf/acetone trick..24 hours later the screw was loosened...outstanding trick...thank you!!!!
Diesel mechanic in northern Jersey. Working on salt trucks and heavy equipment I see a lot of rusted parts. The best stuff I have found is the Mopar rust penetrant. It seems to soften the rust and really does an amazing job. Amazon has it for a good price. Give it a shot!
Thank you so much for doing this, even in your time of grievance.. your amazing! I know this was created 3yrs ago but I still felt sharing my thankfulness and condolences to you was important, because you are 😉 RIP MIKEY! 🌟
That was a very touching video tribute in honor of your brother Mike. I got a little choked up thanks for sharing a special memory of him with everyone. I know he was with you when you did this. God bless
Thanks again Steve. I just did this. I was in Walmart waiting for Mrs. Bruce and saw the Acetone and thought of you. Looked up the video right in the store to make sure the Acetone was correct and I am home. Thanks buddy.
R.I.P Mike Steve silly question: In a semi truck motor some screws are in horizontal position, does it work too🤔 you are showing as a proof a vertical position screw, the mix can run easily down because of gravity
Thanks Mikey! Great tip! I have aso heard that if you HEAT ATF, it works wonders, but Smokes like a Mother... I will try this on my next "Knuckel Buster"! Take care Steve, 🤓 -Thomas Western Washington State
Great video Steve, I lost a sibling recently too and know how hard it is. Todd from Project Farm did a few videos on penetrating fluids/lubricants but I don't think he tried any mixes or homemade ones as far as I can remember. Mikeys mix would definitely be worth a try out if he does any more.
So Sorry for your loss Steve.... This is an Awesome Tip... In 1973 I started to work at Thompson and Green Caterpillar in Nashville Tenn as a Mechanic Helper... Back then you were the Helper (aprintest) and that was a 4 year position before you got to move up to a Mechanic. Basically you did all the work as the Mechanic that you was assigned to watched and instructed and showed you what to do. Yes there was verbal quizzes from time to time. :D I (we) were removing the exhaust from the heads and on those Big Six's the bolts would almost weld themselves in the manifold and the bolts and nuts would not turn at all. If you were STUPID enough to try to turn them you would break them all off in the manifold... Well there is where I first seen this trick and it is cool to watch it get sucked in and disappear. I (we) would mix this in a metal trigger oil can and spray them down several times and we { I } was taking other stuff off to remove the heads. Then all you had to do is use a propane torch and heat it a little and they all came out, no muss no fuss.. I am 65 and Wrenched for 40 years and it has never failed me. BTW you can use plain ATF as cutting fluid (Minus the Acetone) when drilling in metal or cutting threads with a Tap -N Die Set... For the stubborn ones use #90 weight oil for frame rails... Also just plain ATF works just as good with some heat and a little Jack-N-Coke... LOL
You can tell from your video, that Mike was a good man and loved. I learned about 50/50 acetone and ATF a couple of years ago online. It really works. Sometimes I combine PB Blaster with it as well.
Hello Steve, I Love your Channel, I enjoyed the Definitive Chain Tension one , My neighbor a retired Mechanic wouldn't Believe me he was running his Chain Dangerously Loose .I'm in California, cutting Fire Wood today, Huskvarna 372 XP ,. Great Tip on Acetone and ATF for Bolts rust . I'm Sorry for the Loss of Brother Mike, I'm gonna Thank Mike when I use it. Peace be with You
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So sorry to hear about the loss of your brother Steve, keep the faith bro,
I've got news for you pal, those threads you showed aren't that corroded, I could have taken that off with some heat from a propane torch.
I woulda loved your brother I'm sure. I do a lot of after dinner work for neighbors and nearby's. Money is tight for all of us. Wish I had your knowledge and skills. but as long as I got you around, I'm a rock star. And I push them all to learn from you. In my area of NC, your weed Wacker video should be viral, whatever the fk that means. Bless you, sir! Bless you, man!
I didn't realize watching a video like this would make me cry. I know it's been 4 years but my condolences.
RIP MIKEY
I've been carrying this video in the back part of my brain since you published it. Thanks to your brother Mikey. Today mixed 1 tablespoon of each in a cleaned out glass spice jar, and got the rusted bolts off a found garden trailer. For the win.
Condolences Steve to you and your family. Thank you, Mike, for this tip.
Right on my friend...
Yes,a great loss to you and your family, and I’m sure left you and audience a great wealth of experience. I’m sure he meant for you to carry on. May you find peace brother.
What do you do when you mess up and drink the acetone? Asking for a friend.
A plasma cutter works great too😁
@@ekujj13Comes out the acehole, no problem.
One last ditch item that can help the acetont/atf concoction when it still doesn't turn is: instead of applying pressure loosening the nut/bolt/screw is to tighten it a very small amount 1st. (1/16 of a turn or less) This can break the base metal corrosion loose and allow the atf mix to penetrate more deeply.
May God bless & give rest to the soul of Mike!
Yeap doing that always worked for me.
Pops taught me that as a kid. Totally works. Small folks gotta use tricks to get by. Use your head not your body
thanks michaelamick, but most of us old guys know that already, anything moves easier going in the same direction it stuck in. good to hear someone today comment about that.
Can also grab a torch and heat the bolt/nut up, then let it cool. The heating and cooling will cause a slight separation. The penetrating fluid will have an easier time soaking in too.
don’t forget the beer step,it’s the most esssential,😂.
I have been trying for 2 days to get a siezed nut loose from the most awkward, pain in the butt space on my car and came across your video while I was taking a break. OMG!!! You are a life saver! I immediatly mixed the solution up went out and sprayed that nut and with 10 minutes it was coming off. I couldn't believe it. 2 days I'd been working on this thing, my arms were hurting and felt like rubberbands and BOOM just like that I am off and running. Thank you so much for sharing this!!! I am going to buy me the perfect container tomorrow and it will be on my shelf and in my car from now on. I know this is an older video but I just wanted to say I am sorry about the loss of your brother Mike . It couldn't have been easy to make this video but I am forever grateful that you and Mike listened to your Mom and you shared❣. God Bless 🙏and Thanks again😊.
You’re welcome! I’m glad you found the video helpful and I appreciate the kind words.
Steve, I have been trying to get the bolts off my ride on mower spindles for almost two weeks. I tried penetrating fluid, cheater bars, hammers, lots of swearing. Your brother Mikes concoction worked after I let it sit on for the duration of two cold snacks (beers). Thanks for all you do mate.
Right on
Steve, I'm recently a new small engine tech. Attended Wisconsin Indanhead Technical College. Got their certificate in Power Sports Technology. I placed First in SkillsUsa power equipment technology in Wisconsin and 8th in the nation at Nationals in 2017.
That being said, I don't profess to know anything beyond too much theory.
I did this at age 56 beating out 2 year vo-tech students.
My problem is; I'm still learning. No where near being an expert
I lack mentorship.
This is where your videos come in
I've learned as much watching your videos as I have in school.
Keep up the good work, and anyone who incorporates beer in their tutalege is alright by me
Keep up the good work and I hope to get me a hoodie from you soon!
Right on Dan! That means a lot to me. Thank You...
I got misty eyed watching this video. It is obvious how much your brother meant to you. Also I have used ATF and acetone for YEARS and it works great!
Right on Buddy...
I didn't think it would work. It's like a miracle. The nut was so stuck I thought I would shear the bolt. Many thanks.
Glad to help
Sure sorry for your loss. I lost my brother last year and it’s heartbreaking Thank you as always for the great tips and tutorials. I’ve repaired my own mowers and weed whackers as well as friends and families with your help. Now I will have a good way to break free rusted bolts thanks to you and your brother.
I know this video is 4yrs old but I’m sorry for your loss. I love your vids. I have learned a lot from you. Thank you.
Right on
So Sorry for your loss Steve. This is an Awesome Tip he Shared with you to Share. Thumbs Up.
Thank You...
Steve, My condolences on the loss of your brother. In honour of your sharing of Mike’s ‘concoction’ I’m heading to the liquor store for some of the same Heineken. Thanks Steve (and Mike too!)
Right on Buddy...Thank You...
Steve's Small Engine Saloon, Just to let you know, I went out to Port Renfrew yesterday to visit some friends, took the Heineken’s to share, and also shared Mikes ‘recipe’... your mom was right, Sharing is Caring and thank YOU for continuing to share all of your knowledge with us!
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother. Thank you for sharing his brilliance.
Thank You...and You're Welcome...
@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon love your videos keep it up Steve sorry to hear about your brother I know you will carry him in your heart RIP Mickey
I've tried most every penetrating fluid known to man over the last 34 years as a machinist. What I have noticed is that when the nut eventually breaks free there is never any sign of the penetrating fluid on the threads where the nut was. What has most always worked is either using the impact forces of an impact gun tightening-loosening in tiny increments, or heat on the nut (not the bolt). Sometimes a combination. But you always run the risk of shearing off the fastener. So I appreciate your tip and I will certaily give it a try. Cheers.
Right on
Always wondered if it really works..glad you answered that one.
Left off.
Steve, since refinding your channel a few days ago, I have watched a bunch of them and I can not even begin to tell you how much confidence you instilled in me to tackle some of the small engine issues I am faced with today. My sincere wishes on your family, losing someone is really not losing them but rather, just a spearation of space and time for a while. But, THANK YOU for sharing your brother's recipe for this pentetrating solution. The timing for me seems to be divine in nature as, soon as I finish watching a couple more of your how to vids here, I have a relatively new weed trimmer, honda tiller (aged) and a riding mower with a solenoid problem calling my name attention. Today, I can pick up my tools and head to them with far more confidence than I had just a week ago. I no longer look with dread in the direction of these pieces of equipment to make the repairs/tune ups. Hats off to you and Mike for helping us all learn, grow and save...
WOW! Thank you so much Tom....
What a great tip. Even if this is a few years since your brother passed, please accept my sincerest condolences. You are the best Steve and I know your brother was proud of you.
Thank You...
I had fast forward past the talk about your brother passing, and not a second later restarted the video thinking to myself how much you have helped me with the videos you make, the least I can do is hear you out and send my condolences, really man thank you for helping a young man learn. I know your bother is proud of you and bless him may he rest easy.. your the best man, thanks
Thank you my friend!
Quite a tribute to your brother. I've never - never - used anything that works. I will try Mike's remedy in his honor.
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Rusted out cast iron fry pan is going to get some of this "treatment". Nice tribute Steve. Also belated condolences. I really sensed the genuine heartfelt sincerity in your voice. A nice closure to a brother.
I have heard of this acetone/atf mix many times. I've not used it yet, my go to is Aerokroil, or Kroil. It claims to get into clearances up to one millionth of an inch. It's never failed to work, it's expensive, but worth it.
Sorry for the loss of your brother. Thank you Steve for sharing this recipe, I play with small engines mainly on pressure washers maintaining them for my cleaning business. Thanks for all your tips and advice, you've saved me not only time but money as well!
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I refer this video to someone every month. And it breaks my heart every time I watch it. Your loss is so new and raw.
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So sorry for your loss Steve. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Great video again
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Sorry about the loss of your Brother Steve. My Condolence to you and your family.
Thanks for the great tip!
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My Dad died, march this year. He was 85, but shit it is hard to process. Steve, thank you for sharing your loss and the tip your brother gave you. Remember guys, we need to talk!
I had tried every chemical available with out success, tried this and 3 minutes later I had the bolts taken off. Thanks Steve.
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Steve, I tried Aero Kroil, heat, freeze spray, the works... muffler U-bolts wouldn't budge. So I watched your video, made a couple of tablespoons of your brother's brew, and voila! Off they came! Great way to honor your brother's memory! Thank you!
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R.I.P. Mike. Condolences to your family Steve!
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Thanks for this little gem, Steve. Glad your Mom always taught you and your brother to share. So sorry for your loss. I know Mike is pleased with your honoring his memory in this way. God bless you guys. Peace.
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So sorry to hear about your loss, Steve. Thank you for this tip, I know it will come in handy! Now, if I could just get ONE of my 4 lawnmowers to run.....lol
Steve I just found your channel a couple days ago and have been binge watching. I am so sorry about your loss. Condolences to you and your family, I know Mike is so proud of you and smiled when he saw this video. R.I.P. Mike.
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This works! I had been working on a frozen 3/4 in strut nut for hours, (impact, 4 ft cheater bar, and Kroil- no luck). I used Mike's 50/50 mix twice, after 3 minutes the nut was spinning freely. Amazing. Thanks for sharing.!
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Just yesterday we had a flat on our boat trailer….those nuts have not been touched for YEARS…couldn’t even begin to budge them….my husband found your video ..mixed it up …& SHAZAM!!! … just like magic he was able to take them off IMMEDIATELY after applying this mixture!…we have spread the word to friends & family!….would never of believed it if we hadn’t seen it for ourselves …THANK YOU so much!!👍
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So sorry for your loss Steve. RIP Mike. Thank you for a great video. I'm going to use it at work.
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My deepest condolences to you and your family. Even though I am just seeing this now, about a year later, Mike's tip will live on and so will his memory through you. I can tell it was difficult at the beginning of your video and you came through it like a true professional. I am truly impressed at your stamina and courageous effort to carry on for your fans and also to help you through a difficult time. God Bless Steve.
Thanks Gary! That intro took me 14 takes.....
Great tip Steve! big thanks to Mike who is now going to be well thought of everytime one of us is saved from the frustration of rusted on nuts.👍🇨🇦🍻
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I am upset, i haven't even got to the actual video content. Steve is special, we all love him and the video's, i cannot imagine how special Mike was, but by the sounds of it, he was a beautiful man. Paul from Australia, is thinking of you Steve. [me].
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Thank you for the tip, it looks good. I use Penetrene, on difficult Nuts, but you may need to let is seep-in for a few hours. 20 years back I was repairing a Ford Steering Box. But, before I could dismantle it I had the break the seal of 1 ¼ Inch nut holding the arm. With a socket and a one yard lever I could not break the seal. I put Penetrene on it and went home. Next morning I was able to remove the nut with a 10 Inch Spanner. Not as quick as your suggestion, but it’s an off the shelf product.
I just came across this video, my deepest condolences regarding your brother. I have lost one also, and I share your pain. This mix seems to be what I've needed. I have a '63 Beetle and well... rusted nuts come with the territory. This will be a game changer.
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I've been using this for the last month or so while working on a car that sat for 3 years in New England. I've yet to break a bolt of yet. Thank you for the great tip/formulation.
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Thank you for everything. You helped me get a new job and being a single father, now able to feed my Daughter and we are happy. All thanks to you Steve. I'm sorry to hear about your families loss. We down here in Roeland Park, Kansas will be thinking of you guys.
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EXCELLENT TIP CHEERS - RIP Mikey. As a guy below says once the nut releases DONT try to run it straight off it WILL seize again. Undo - then tighten a little - undo - tighten - undo- tighten etc THEN she will come off! I have use this with bolts up to 2 inches!
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We have used Lime-Away on rusted and corroded nuts, bolts and auto parts with very good results. Thanks for this tip. I'll surely try it. May God fill your hearts with love and memories until you meet again.
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Steve, my best to you and your family, sorry for your loss.
Know this, Mike lives on in my shop, he starts work tomorrow.
Thank you, my friend.
BTW, the can will be marked Mikes mix.
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Sorry to hear about your brother Steve. You did a great job on making this video which I could tell was difficult for you. The glimpse of the emotion brought back memories of when I lost my dad. It is just been over two years and I miss him terribly.
That being said, I will try this today in my shop. I thank you for posting this. Up until now my go to has been heating it with a propane torch or heat gun just enough to melt a small puddle of candlewax on the stuck nut or bolt, This works extremely well, but adding he can sometimes be a problem.
God bless Mike, Steve and your family.
You are 100% correct. I've been using this for a few years now and I haven't found any nut/bolt this hasn't freed. Most guys have a half liter of ATF sitting around and Acetone isn't that expensive.
Joe Atwork ...Or just steal the wife’s nail polish remover 😈 same stuff.
@@mercoid I don't know. That's a crime that's not worth the time.
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Found this linked video after viewing yours about lawn mower with no compression. Steve, so sorry for your loss. Its been years since I lost my brother, but we'll see them again! Thanks for a great tip. RIP Mike. Rob
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Yes works great,learned this from an old school mechanic.Used a lot of other stuff,this is the best.
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Steve, my heart goes out to you. Sorry about your brother. The mixture I like to use is oxygen and acetylene. That usually works well.
So sorry for your loss brother. Hoping his life down here was happy and may he rest in peace.
What I use that works pretty well is about one-third each of diesel,transmission fluid, and acetone. Thanks for all the good things you've shown us Steve.
Cheers Brother😊
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So sorry for your loss Steve. What a great way to share your memories of Mike. I'll be sure to try this concoction next time I have a stuck bolt.
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HDPE, triangle recycling #2 works fine to store acetone in. I've had some in a bottle I keep with my TIG stuff for cleaning and have had no problems with deterioration. I inherited a gallon of Texaco penetrating oil from my dad. I mix that 50/50 with Marvel Mystery Oil and a few squirts of Kroil and that works for me. Dexron is nasty stuff if you don't get it off your hands so I could see how it would work as a penetrant. Thanks for posting Steve with all your wrench bending help. P.S. Make mine a Heineken, original strength, but I've heard the NA is excellent if yer goin' that way.
Hey, Steve, that tip of Mikeys has now made its way across the pond and will be sitting in my garage in the UK, marked up as "Mikeys mix", for my lifetime at least. I reckon that's not a bad success for your brother! Sorry for you and your families loss, friend, take care, mate. Oh and if you're watching......thanks for that Mikey!
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My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, Steve. Thank you so much for you and your wife's work in these videos. Your perserverence and dedication, even in a time like this, is appreciated and commended. I've heard of this trick before and have yet to try it, but I will soon!
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Been using acetone and atf since I was a kid. My gramps taught me to use it when I started working on bikes and small engines. Another option that also works in some instances is to heat the part and rub it with wax and let it penetrate. But acetone and atf is about the best and cheapest penetrating fluid out there.
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Hey Steeve! Always a pleasure learning from the knowledge you acquired over the years. My DIY skills have greatly improved thanks to you. Take care.
Cool, thanks
Steve, loss of a family member can be devasting. Please accept my condolences. Thank you for sharing this excellent trick. In a way, you have shared a bit of Mike with all of us and he will continuing helping us ix stuff.
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Sorry for your loss !
Use a Nalgene plastic squirt bottle and it’s solvent safe!
I recently purchased a gallon of acetone from fiberglass store and it comes in a plastic jug.Sometimes need to loosen rusty fasteners and I use heat when possible. Thanks for your tip on this one.
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Cheers to Mike my brother I really can feel you Steve, you have some balls to share this on his memory!!!! Life goes on keep on doing what you’re doing bro!!!
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Prayers for you and your family. Thanks for the tip. Ill have to try it next time i have a stuck bolt
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Sorry for your loss Steve. I know the feeling. I lost my little brother when he was 23 years old. He was already an excellent automotive mechanic as he was rebuilding VW’s when he was 12 years old. I’m a carpenter by trade but watching your videos has made me a decent small engine guy. Thank you for everything. Wish you and I and our brothers could sit around and BS I’m sure we would all enjoy it. Once again.
, sorry for your loss and thanks again !!
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I just tried this on a rusted castle nut for an outer tie rod that I've been struggling with for 2 weeks and was AMAZED at how well it worked! Nothing else would make it budge: I heated it well over 650 °F, added an extension to a breaker bar and put over 500lb-ft of torque, soaked it in PB Blaster, nothing. 50/50 ATF with Acetone, poured it on a few times to let it soak, waited a few minutes, and the nut turned as if nothing happened😮😮 HUGE thanks to you, Steve! 💪🏻💪🏻
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Sorry to hear of your loss Steve. Many thanks for more great tips Champ. Cheers and beers from Australia!
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Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, our condolences and prayers to your family. Thanks for sharing!
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Wow so sorry Steve, thank you Mike for the great tip Rest In Peace
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So sorry for your loss. It’s nice to be able to pay tribute to your brother in this public forum now he is remembered by all.
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Hi Steve, I’m so sorry about your brother, my heartfelt condolences go out to you, your family and Mikey’s. Thank you for sharing his tip. I happen to have those ingredients in my garage and will try it on a seized, rusty glow plug nut on my old diesel. Thanks again so much
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That's my battle now too. Got 7 out and one broke inside and now I am trying to get that out. Tried extractors, heat, fluid, etc and nothing is budging it yet.
i have a stubborn Ellen bolt on a lower manifold stuck. i sprayed it with PB blaster last night. if it doesn't come off today, i will definitely try this and report back.
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@@luistobar7 bolt ended up snapping . I think it was just to old, seized from age, and corrosion. I used an extractor set i bought on amazon to get it out. Took some patience, but got it done.
I tend to use the commercial penetrant lubes followed by that certain style of opposing hammer blows from two opposing hammers . The vibration and slight contraction and elongation microscopic level carries the stuff deeper as well as breaking up the rust bonds . Final resort is the portable blowtorch along with cooling water jet from a pump up hand sprayer .
Thank you for posting this video! It truly helped me with the rusted out and stuck nuts & bolts on my RV. Worked like a charm!
Glad to hear it worked for you!
I don't know what to say Steve, but you surely got to my tender side. You rock and your videos are exactly what you advertise.
May you be comforted in your loss.
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Hi Steve` could see the hurt you felt when you mention your brother, I thank you for mikes fantastic solution to unseized components,
Its great that knowledgeable persons give welcomed advice and like to help others,
This technic with these to liquids will now be past down to my family and so on,
There are certain plastic squirt chemical bottles that acetone will be happy being left in if people prefer over metal due to the cost,
I also learnt from an old timer I must share` when you come across rusty seized nuts and bolts, Never try to loosen first always crack it by tightening it first because you ain`t trying to force the nut onto the rust there's more likely to be less to no rust on the other side that ain`t expose to the air
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Condolences, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss my heart goes out to you and your family. Keep up the great videos when your feeling up to it.
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Ive been a fan of using diesel fuel to penetrate into stubborn stuff. But I do like the look of this mix
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Steve, I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my big brother 11 years ago and it still brings a tear to my eye from time to time. But I know he'd kick me square in the pants if I didn't carry on though eh! I would have loved to share your channel with him but some how, him and Mike are probably watching your channel now and reading all these great comments. Thanks so much for all you share. You are an Oak Tree Steve! A Mighty Oak! Take Care, Tom
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sorry for your family's loss Steve. If you have a Phillips screw that you think will strip out dip the screw driver tip in valve grinding compound and go for it press and twist like you mean it. Gives it some teeth.
I had forgotten about this tip, and never used it. Thanks for reminding me!
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Will that work on screws that go into plastic?
God bless you and your family, keep up your great work Steve and make Mike proud. Thank you for your videos. I love them all!
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I lost my brother 'Mike' at age 34 (cancer) He too was a mechanic. His slogan was "the right tool for the right job" Sometimes I bend that rule, but always think of him. Jim 🇦🇺
i found an old jorgenson 112x clamp with a frozen screw...tried heat and many other thing s for close to a year...then tried the atf/acetone trick..24 hours later the screw was loosened...outstanding trick...thank you!!!!
Diesel mechanic in northern Jersey. Working on salt trucks and heavy equipment I see a lot of rusted parts. The best stuff I have found is the Mopar rust penetrant. It seems to soften the rust and really does an amazing job. Amazon has it for a good price. Give it a shot!
My heart goes out to you and your family! He is in a great place!
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Cheers Steve..top tip. Condolences to your family.. mikes legend lives on.. 🔧🔧🔩🔩
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Thank you so much for doing this, even in your time of grievance.. your amazing! I know this was created 3yrs ago but I still felt sharing my thankfulness and condolences to you was important, because you are 😉
RIP MIKEY! 🌟
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That was a very touching video tribute in honor of your brother Mike. I got a little choked up thanks for sharing a special memory of him with everyone. I know he was with you when you did this. God bless
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Thanks again Steve. I just did this. I was in Walmart waiting for Mrs. Bruce and saw the Acetone and thought of you. Looked up the video right in the store to make sure the Acetone was correct and I am home. Thanks buddy.
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Never an easy time Steve. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Cheers Mike and Steve. I'm sorry to hear of your loss. HUZZAH
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My recipe is angle grinder mixed with hate and frustration 50/50.
R.I.P Mike
Steve silly question:
In a semi truck motor some screws are in horizontal position, does it work too🤔 you are showing as a proof a vertical position screw, the mix can run easily down because of gravity
It works! The blade on my lawn mower was impossible to get loose until I tried this. Thank you and yor late brother.
Great to hear!
Thanks Mikey!
Great tip!
I have aso heard that if you HEAT ATF, it works wonders, but Smokes like a Mother...
I will try this on my next "Knuckel Buster"!
Take care Steve,
🤓 -Thomas
Western Washington State
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Condolences to you and your family. Thanks for sharing.
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Great video Steve, I lost a sibling recently too and know how hard it is. Todd from Project Farm did a few videos on penetrating fluids/lubricants but I don't think he tried any mixes or homemade ones as far as I can remember. Mikeys mix would definitely be worth a try out if he does any more.
Hey, Project Farm tested this solution and it won!
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This is an Awesome Tip... In 1973 I started to work at Thompson and Green Caterpillar in Nashville Tenn as a Mechanic Helper... Back then you were the Helper (aprintest) and that was a 4 year position before you got to move up to a Mechanic. Basically you did all the work as the Mechanic that you was assigned to watched and instructed and showed you what to do. Yes there was verbal quizzes from time to time. :D
I (we) were removing the exhaust from the heads and on those Big Six's the bolts would almost weld themselves in the manifold and the bolts and nuts would not turn at all. If you were STUPID enough to try to turn them you would break them all off in the manifold...
Well there is where I first seen this trick and it is cool to watch it get sucked in and disappear. I (we) would mix this in a metal trigger oil can and spray them down several times and we { I } was taking other stuff off to remove the heads.
Then all you had to do is use a propane torch and heat it a little and they all came out, no muss no fuss..
I am 65 and Wrenched for 40 years and it has never failed me. BTW you can use plain ATF as cutting fluid (Minus the Acetone) when drilling in metal or cutting threads with a Tap -N Die Set... For the stubborn ones use #90 weight oil for frame rails...
Also just plain ATF works just as good with some heat and a little Jack-N-Coke... LOL
Condolences on loosing your brother.I missed that news on first time round the vid.
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Thanks for the tips. Sorry for your loss of your brother. God bless
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Steve. Thank you for sharing this tip. Now Mike will live on with all of us.
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You can tell from your video, that Mike was a good man and loved. I learned about 50/50 acetone and ATF a couple of years ago online. It really works. Sometimes I combine PB Blaster with it as well.
Well said!
Hello Steve, I Love your Channel, I enjoyed the Definitive Chain Tension one , My neighbor a retired Mechanic wouldn't Believe me he was running his Chain Dangerously Loose .I'm in California, cutting Fire Wood today, Huskvarna 372 XP ,. Great Tip on Acetone and ATF for Bolts rust . I'm Sorry for the Loss of Brother Mike, I'm gonna Thank Mike when I use it. Peace be with You
If it wasn't for the beer, this method would never work. Great job Steve 👏 👍
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My thoughts are with you Steve. A hard thing to go through. I love your channel and all your helpful money saving tips. God bless.
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