Interesting rusted fastener removal technique

[maple_leaf_eh]

Originally Posted by tankbarrell

Exactly Martin! If there is a gap for the wax to get in, the thread is not rusted solid.

The wax wicks into whatever crevices exist, theoretically around and between the rust particles. The heat also disrupts that bond. by expansion. The demonstration's second message is that forcing a stuck nut or bolt will break it.

[tankbarrell]

Originally Posted by maple_leaf_eh

The wax wicks into whatever crevices exist, theoretically around and between the rust particles. The heat also disrupts that bond. by expansion. The demonstration's second message is that forcing a stuck nut or bolt will break it.

You won't get enough heat with a lighter to expand steel.

Has anybody tried this properly?