I couldn't find a satisfying answer to this question on the internet, so I pose it to you... what causes those cam alignment bolts to freeze inside the bushing? I've worked on plenty of cars; old, rusty ones too, and I've never really had an issue getting big suspension bolts out. Enough PB Blaster and a long breaker bar will solve any problem.
But now I have to replace one of the rear lateral links on the Sedona, and one end is secured by a cam bolt to set the toe in/out. I've heard numerous horror stories about these bolts in particular being absolutely seized to the bushing they pass through, but I can't think of a logical reason why these would freeze more so than a regular bolt. Wouldn't the 'cammed' portion actually provide less metal-to-metal contact, making it easier to remove? Just curious. I've done some work on this van lately, and all bolts have been nearly rust-free and came out easily, even some very large ones. But the cam bolt seems quite rusty in contrast
But now I have to replace one of the rear lateral links on the Sedona, and one end is secured by a cam bolt to set the toe in/out. I've heard numerous horror stories about these bolts in particular being absolutely seized to the bushing they pass through, but I can't think of a logical reason why these would freeze more so than a regular bolt. Wouldn't the 'cammed' portion actually provide less metal-to-metal contact, making it easier to remove? Just curious. I've done some work on this van lately, and all bolts have been nearly rust-free and came out easily, even some very large ones. But the cam bolt seems quite rusty in contrast