Fractured Zerk Fitting

CaptTPT

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L3301 plus several
Jul 9, 2016
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Eugene, Oregon
Tree limb fractured off zerk fitting on tie rod. Seems to be hardened steel. Have attempted to drill out to fit larger easy out but no luck. Any suggestions for extraction and replacement of this unprotected grease fitting?
 

Dr Honda

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BX1870
Mar 30, 2015
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Pitt, PA
Agreed, never seen a hardened zerk. Ideally, a left-hand bit would be used.
Yep... what he said. Go to Harbor Freight, and get the left handed drill set. It will take it right out as it starts to cut. I've replaced a bunch on my ATV's that way.