1968 Steering Components Seized

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Any tricks out there to break free seized inner tie rods and other pieces connected to the center link?

I have used penetrating oils and tried to apply force with little results.

I’m a little nervous about a flammable situation if I apply torch heat (no experience here).

Thank you in advance!

UPDATE: I should have been clearer, castle nuts removed okay, it’s the shafts of the driver side inner tie rod, PS control valve, and the slave cylinder that have seized.

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Penetrating fluids, impact, and heat are the options and many crusty connections require all three.

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Regarding heat, I’m assuming a propane torch, do I have any flammability concerns or do I need to take any safety measures before proceeding? …I’m concerned about all the penetrating fluids I have been using.

Thanks, you helped me again!

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Awesome! I get it conceptually, but what is this tool called?

Thank you, sfhess!