rocking seats on Z3 1.9

[metalmickey]

Can anyone help? Everything was in place today to take out the seats and replace the bushes. Memorised the how to do step by step postings but big problem. The 16mm rear bolts will not budge and there is not enough space to apply sufficient leverage. As anyone else experienced this problem and if so was it possible to free these bolts off?
I would really appreciate some pointers.
MM.

[Bowler]

I had a similar problem but managed to get Torque wrench in just enough to loosen a notch before using standard ratchet.
Used copper slip when i put them back to help next time round

[Koolflyer]

I've had my seats out on a number of occasions (bushes & leather repairs) and those rear bolts can be a bit of a bugger. I found that connecting the two socket set extension bars with the universal joint at the bottom gave a shallow angle with which to pull on. It worked for me anyway.

[metalmickey]

Thanks Koolflyer
I think I am going to extend my cache of tools. I don't believe I have enough scope in my box of spanners to attempt these DIY fixes but a couple of pieces of steel are not going to beat me!
Thanks for the info.
Best
MM

[metalmickey]

Hi Bowler
Looks like brute force and a helping of good fortune and some WD40 may do the trick.
Thanks for your comments. I will keep trying.
Regards
MM