Richie's Mk1 Restoration

[Richard Farrant]

Originally Posted by RichardT10829

my only concerns with this method in this case is the amount of heat i would need to put into the metal to make it work may cause issues with the casting

The amount of heat from arc welding a nut on the stud is unlikely to harm the block, but will be enough to release the stud.

[hrpearce]

Where there is swing room like you have I drill a length of flat and weld it onto the stud, it's easier to get a good weld, then use a light hammer to tap the strap this also helps gently break the hold after the heat has done it's part.