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A second to most replies on the bolt's demise, WELCOME TO A VERY NON-EXCLUSIVE CLUB! Oh, Lord how I hate the feel of the socket wrench loosing all resistance on that bolt head. However, over the years I've had some mighty triumphs (thank you heat gun, impact wrench and patience) and have grown insensitive to the now occassional failure. I now take those defeats to an engine repair shop (a good machine shop or automechanic will also do) where I find out I am among the multitude of headsnappers rather than the lone idiot. Best advice when you take it there: Watch what they do and ask questions so you can learn from the pros. If they don't want to share then take your business elsewhere.

PS - Easy outs are trickey and you can cause some REAL damage. If the head snaps admit defeat and head for Ye Olde Shoppe!