I would definately use a rust penetrant as the soaking agent then add some lubricant as it works free. I use BG's In-Force as a penetrant but it's commercial grade stuff so finding it may be difficult. Go to dealerships and independent shops, they may sell you some,
Scott

Oh, Chevman, I see you're from my neck-of-the-woods. If you ever come to Cedar Rapids, I'll give you a can.


Scott Ward

2 1948 1.5-ton Loadmasters
The red one and The snow pusher
1 1950 3100
1 1955.1 Chevy 6500
1 1954 Chevy 6500 2-Ton
1 1955 1st Series COE 5700
1 1963 K20 (454)
1 1964 C10 (350)
1 1951 1.5-ton Dump Truck
1953 and a 1956 Ford F800

Raising a teenager is like trying to nail Jello to a tree!