How to remove stubborn tank bolt?

[KAnthony203]

I was advised to cut it off. It's really tight on there so there is no room to get under it with a saw blade. If that is how they meant for me to cut it off. Any suggestions and if cutting it off is the only option please advise how I am to go about it seeng as tho I have zero experience with this. Thanks in advance.

 

[Smooky]

Maybe they meant to cut it off with a cut off wheel on a dremel tool or maybe an angle grinder with a cut off wheel. ..... You could try to unscrew it with a pair of channel locks pliers.

 

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[KAnthony203]

Been trying to unscrew it. That's the reason for the "How to remove stubborn tank bolt" title. It will not budge. I'm in fear that I may crack the tank with all the force I've using. I guess I'm going to have to rent a dremel & cutoff wheel. Thank you for replying.

 

[Terry]

You can also take a drill and drill it out. All you need is a break in that metal.

 

[KAnthony203]

So I would drill right into the nut or the bolt? Also if you I may ask is there a specific bit I should purchase?

 

[CountryBumkin]

How about a Sawzall to cut through the threads to the nut.

 

[Reach4]

While you have the old toilet pulled, you might consider getting a newer toilet that is probably going to work better.

 

[KAnthony203]

Thank you all for the assist! The drilling seems to be the most affordable option. Just a matter of getting the right bit. But the recip saw is a good option also.

 

[Terry]

You can pick up a pack of drill bits for $10, or a sawzall for $59 and stick an $8 blade on it. Either would work.

And I throw about better stuff than what you are trying to save. You may want to spend the money on a new toilet. It's money better spent.

 

[MKS]

Drilling a series of holes in the flange of the nut without drilling into the bottom of the tank then using a cold chisel to split the flange through these holes may work.

 

[KAnthony203]

You can pick up a pack of drill bits for $10, or a sawzall for $59 and stick an $8 blade on it. Either would work.

Oh ok, I wasn't sure if I need a specific type of bit. Thanks.

 

[hj]

Use a long blade and cut between the bowl and tank.

 

[KAnthony203]

Thanks everyone. The drill worked.