Replacement bolts sourced from work. 6x6x1/8 sheet of viton ordered. Need an M6 x 1.0 tap set...none in stock.
Replacement hydro filter sourced at NAPA. #1551 This stuff was about $55/bucket 3-4 months ago when I looked? Asked NAPA if they could beat it and they were $14 higher at their lowest price. Dex/Merc III. Viton sheet will be here Friday. Circle cutter and taps Wednesday. Debating whether I want to try to get the bolts out tonight or not.
Don't underestimate the power of compound leverage. Fought it a little but the parrot nosed pliers were successful. Also used some penetrating oil and a 2lb hammer to give the bolt a couple good shock whacks. These pliers are also great for small diameter pipe. There is still one stuck in there. Too small a nub to get ahold of. I'm going to dismount the engine since I have the lines loose and purged anyways to make better room for drilling sometime this weekend hopefully.
