OT: Darn &?%#@%! screw!!!

Bernard · 03-13-2002, 04:00 PM

Great Idea.

One thing to remember when using Kroil or Liq Wrench (I like both)- give it time. I put a little on the screw, then insert the screwdriver or bit and lightly tap the bit with a hammer to set up a vibration thta, hopefully, will break some of the corrosion and let the fluid get down to the lower threads. I do this a couple of times a day for several days, if needed. Only then try to get the screw out.

Another method I have seen work - Get one of those micro butane torches and heat only the screw head little. Then take the torch away and apply some parrafin wax (I guess oil would work also) and it will wick in as the metal cools.

03-13-2002, 04:00 PM	#16
Bernard User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: San Diego Posts: 35 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Use of a drill press Great Idea. One thing to remember when using Kroil or Liq Wrench (I like both)- give it time. I put a little on the screw, then insert the screwdriver or bit and lightly tap the bit with a hammer to set up a vibration thta, hopefully, will break some of the corrosion and let the fluid get down to the lower threads. I do this a couple of times a day for several days, if needed. Only then try to get the screw out. Another method I have seen work - Get one of those micro butane torches and heat only the screw head little. Then take the torch away and apply some parrafin wax (I guess oil would work also) and it will wick in as the metal cools.

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