Yard hydrant problem

[ron s.]

Looking for a way to remove seized brass packing nut from handle of yard hydrant. Perhaps I should taking the problem to machine shop. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Ron S.

 

[Reach4]

Use a quality open end wrench rather than an adjustable wrench. Then hit it with a hammer.

 

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[Craigpump]

Heat the cast iron body around the packing nut with a turbo torch, then use a pipe wrench to break it loose. If it's a Woodford the rebuild kit will have a new nut..