Screw Heads Stripped
Nov 20, 2021 13:54:27 #
Nov 20, 2021 13:56:33 #
"tap-out's" are available in the big box stores, and can work, but if they fail they can ultimately make the problem worse. (I am a contractor, and have tackled this many times). The best solution by far is, (as already mentioned) to carefully cut a slot in the head of the screw, and use a flat head screwdriver with penetrating oil, (wd40) to remove. Do not use a powered screwdriver or drill, or you could re-strip the head again and leave nothing to work with. Often it is almost impossible to use a hacksaw due to lack of space, so I usually use a dremmel to cut the slot, if you don't own a dremmel there are a lot of "off brand" models that are inexpensive and will do the job for you, it's also much easier and faster than trying to use a hacksaw. Good luck.
Nov 20, 2021 13:56:36 #
Moose2 wrote:
In trying to remove some screws with my electric screw driver, I’ve stripped the heads, and now can’t remove them..
I’ve heard of a tool that will enable removal.. anyone know the name of it and does it really work?
I’ve heard of a tool that will enable removal.. anyone know the name of it and does it really work?
Before it gets too complicated. Give this a try. Get a rubber band that's about the width of the screw head. Put it over the screw. Use a regular Philip screwdriver (not the electric one) and slowly try to unscrew it. Works if the screw isn't too messed up.
Good Luck.
Nov 20, 2021 14:11:09 #
KindaSpikey wrote:
"tap-out's" are available in the big box... (show quote)
I believe you get some small Dremel clones a Harbor Freight for very little.
Nov 20, 2021 14:18:53 #
I've never had luck with easy outs. Soaking with penetrating oil and vice grips has worked for me.
I have a tap and die set that I use to drill out broken bolts and cut new threads.
I have a tap and die set that I use to drill out broken bolts and cut new threads.
Nov 20, 2021 14:48:56 #
Yeah, there is such a device - I have one, but its in my work shop and I'm home doing physical therapy; no idea when I'll get to the shop. Try Amazon - look for what ever names seem appropriate there; think that's where I got mine.
Nov 20, 2021 15:29:51 #
Kraken wrote:
More money is spent and it hardly ever works.
This system has worked well for me over the years. Maybe it it operatorcentric.
Nov 20, 2021 15:58:06 #
Nov 20, 2021 15:58:48 #
fantom wrote:
This system has worked well for me over the years. Maybe it it operatorcentric.
Could have bought a new screwdriver for the time and money
trying to fix a worn-out piece of junk that will probably
never work again. How much is an electric screwdriver, maybe
we all can chip in a dollar and help poor old Moose out.
Nov 20, 2021 18:30:26 #
There's easy outs but I have not had much luck with them.
One thing I've had some success with is to use my Dremel with a carbide disc to cut a slot in the head then just unscrew it. Works best on round head screws. Also used it in stripped bolt heads on occassion.
Not a good idea if you need to save the surface the screws are in...
Ed
One thing I've had some success with is to use my Dremel with a carbide disc to cut a slot in the head then just unscrew it. Works best on round head screws. Also used it in stripped bolt heads on occassion.
Not a good idea if you need to save the surface the screws are in...
Ed
Nov 20, 2021 18:31:17 #
Kraken wrote:
Could have bought a new screwdriver for the time and money
trying to fix a worn-out piece of junk that will probably
never work again. How much is an electric screwdriver, maybe
we all can chip in a dollar and help poor old Moose out.
trying to fix a worn-out piece of junk that will probably
never work again. How much is an electric screwdriver, maybe
we all can chip in a dollar and help poor old Moose out.
Why would he need a new electric screwdriver? The stripped screw is not in the screwdriver, he was using that tool to remove the screw.
Nov 20, 2021 18:44:28 #
They should ban slotted (especially) and Phillips head screws! Torx or Hex preferred and square is acceptable.
Nov 20, 2021 18:54:42 #
Moose2 wrote:
In trying to remove some screws with my electric screw driver, I’ve stripped the heads, and now can’t remove them..
I’ve heard of a tool that will enable removal.. anyone know the name of it and does it really work?
I’ve heard of a tool that will enable removal.. anyone know the name of it and does it really work?
It's called a screw extractor. There are several different styles, but typically it's just a reverse threaded screw. You drill into the top of the stripped screw and then use the screw extractor bit in the drill with drill set to spin counter clockwise.
Nov 20, 2021 19:15:41 #
KindaSpikey wrote:
Why would he need a new electric screwdriver? The stripped screw is not in the screwdriver, he was using that tool to remove the screw.
Nov 20, 2021 19:17:01 #
TriX wrote:
They should ban slotted (especially) and Phillips head screws! Torx or Hex preferred and square is acceptable.
Robertsons is my favourite.
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