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If you are frustrated with stubborn bolts that won't unfasten using a socket, then you might want to try alternative methods. One of the most common ways of taking out a rusty bolt is to use Hydrogen Peroxide. You can get this from your local grocery or drugstore. This liquid is often used as a wound disinfectant. Hydrogen Peroxide is also effective in unfastening rusty bolts that are tightly stuck.

To unfasten a stuck bolt, pour a liberal amount of Hydrogen Peroxide on the bolt. Let it sit for at least 1 hour. Hydrogen Peroxide will bubble and loosen the rust, making removal easy. You can then use a socket or mole grips to unfasten the bolt.

This method is effective but may not be applicable in some situations. Hydrogen Peroxide liberates oxygen when decomposing. This can be dangerous especially on car engines. The mixture of gasoline fumes and oxygen can ignite an explosion.

If you want an effective and safe method of removing rusty bolts, consider investing in the Super Socket. It has a specially designed cam mechanism that grips tight bolts. The cams hold on the flats of the bolt to give you excellent leverage. Contact Better Tools and Fasteners to get your won set today!