Rounded bolt on brake calliper, help!

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  • Any ideas? I've tried a few things but nothings working.

  • Mole grips?

    Which bolt is it?

  • Is it the recessed bolt which holds the brakes to the frame? If it is, and it's an allen bolt, then I'd maybe drill it out.

  • Or, if you have a Torx driver of roughly the right size, hammer the bugger in and then get it back out with pliers/vice when you've removed the bolt.

  • https://www.lfgss.com/thread2883.html

    The method I used from that thread was to hammer in a slightly larger allen key.

  • If it's a modern recessed allen bolt you could use something like a 'Boa grabit' bolt remover. I've used this before to great effect - just make sure you get the right size. The only downer is that a set costs about £20. If I were you I would go to a good LBS and pay them £5-£10 to take it out.
    I always think it is important to support the local grease-monkey.

  • If you're not sure where you're LBS is or if it is reputable you could always tell the forum your post-code or borough and ask for names and recommendations.

  • Thats for the replies everyone. I should have stated before, its the anchor bolt & its not an allen key.

    I've given up, I think I'll take it to a shop!

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Rounded bolt on brake calliper, help!

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