Stuck pitman arm nut

[MSFTMatt]

Working on installing the Steer Smarts Sectir shaft brace and not off to a great start. I’ve managed to get the nut almost removed now it’s just stuck. I just started trying to tighten it back up and it wasn’t really going and then it started to rain so taking a break. Anyone else run into this? Any suggestions as to how to proceed? Called Steer Smarts and they’ve never heard of this. 2023 Rubicon.

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[MSFTMatt]

Stopped raining, I tightened it all the way up and it then came off

 

[bd100]

Wonder if there was some dirt or metallic debris in the threads somewhere. Let us know what you think of the install once you are done.

 

[kevman65]

Probably excess thread locker.

 

[Gizmo]

I had same BS . I ground the taper off the end of the socket so it had more actual socket on the thin nut . I used a air impact wrench to keep going from reverse to forward . I had to add a little heat with Mapp gas torch to help with the thread locker .

 

[DanJT]

Old thread, same problem. I am Having a Hella time getting my 5 year old Pitman arrm nut off. Going to try the Heat induction gun, and a 1,200# impact gun. Either way glad you got your off.

 

[MSFTMatt]

Old thread, same problem. I am Having a Hella time getting my 5 year old Pitman arrm nut off. Going to try the Heat induction gun, and a 1,200# impact gun. Either way glad you got your off.

I’d definitely try to tightening it back up then loosening it again. That worked for me. That seems to be a pretty common remedy, pitman arm, body mount bolts, etc. Goodluck man. I hope it goes well for you.

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