UC Track

[Lynn Eades]

I soaked my track in ordinary hydraulic oil. (didnt know about molasses) anyhow when i hauled it out it was a matter of using two pry bars and trying to get the links moving. if you cant try abit of heat. I used the gas plant because you can control the amount. I guess the result depends a lot on how rusty, how much wear,and a lot of other things. It was apretty physical exercise.If you have some good workshop facilities, you will win,even if you have to sacrifice the odd link or two. Remember that to steer the carrier the links have to be able to move sideways, so there is some end float in the pins. You can drive them back and forward a little if the pins aren't worn stepped.
Just put them in the oil and get on with other parts of your project for a while. Good luck!