So I am replacing the outer tie rod ends because the one on the passenger has a torn boot and lots of play. It has probably been bad for a while because the tire it more worn than the rest.
The outer tie rod end is being a real pita. I can't break it loose from the inner one. Any suggestions? Should I buy a torch and heat it up?
Heating it up should do (as long as you do it right), but penetrating oil needs more than 30 min on tough rust. I would have whacked on it with a hammer a few times, sprayed it again, then let it soak for another hour or two.
The deep creep did the trick. I love that stuff, it has helped me so many times. It is a little colder too which may have made it harder. I didn't want to hit it with a hammer because I didn't want to damage the inner tie rod.