HELP! on removing one touch system!

[Richard Diaz]

I'm trying to get the one touch system off of my 1997 Mastertouch and I cannot get it off due to rust. Any suggestions short using a dremel or having my cousin take it off at the body shop. I already have the new one but I need to get the old one off. I'm open to any suggestions. Thank you.

 

[Chris Stanek]

Try soaking it over night with some break free type stuff. There's a variety of options and brands at any auto store. The stuff is amazing and has gotten off nuts and bolts that I was certain were gonners.

 

[Shaun R]

Spray it good with WD40 and take a hammer and either a phillips screwdriver or hole punch and knock and twist the damper handle out. I also use a channel lock for the damper handle. You can also take a sawzall/sabersaw and cut the whole bottom off below the damper handle. Two options I have used.

 

[Don Cash]

Over the years I've replaced two one touch systems in my kettles...I tried everything imaginable to get them out. Ended up using a Dremel tool both times. As a matter of fact, I didn't have a Dremel tool and bought it specifically for the time I replaced the first one.

You've got the new one, you aren't going to reuse the old one. Cut that sucka out...

 

[Chuck_B]

Second what Don said.

I'd have to call him but I think he has told me brake parts cleaner works miracles but unless you had it on had, do what Don said

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[Chris Stanek]

Seiously from my above post... and what others said.. soak in with any true break free product and let it sit. Repeat a few times... it'll comes loose.

 

[Aram C]

I use an angle grinder to cut both ends of the shaft off. That's what holds the nut from going thru the washer. Cutting it off takes less than a minute with the grinder. They cost about $40 though, so unless you have a need for one, it's not cost effective for you. But your buddy with the auto body shop will have one, no doubt. See if he'll clip it off for you.