Lower steering U joint - seized bolt?

Babw

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Afternoon,

I've had my car in at a reputable local Indy for quite a few things and attempt at solving the wobbly steering with a new steering U joint.

They've informed me that the upper bolt was seized and they didn't want to risk breaking it as they'd have to remove the servo + master cylinder to drill it out. They said they couldn't really feel any play but without taking it off and putting it in a vice surely it can't be tested?

Also the fact the bolt is seized is a logical sign toward the joint being in poor condition?

I know quite a few of you have had a new U joint, is this something anyone has come across? I'm tempted to tell them to just have a go and do what they need to replace it.

What would you suggest?
 
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