I need to remove a stripped screw - Revision history

Bokonon at 03:14, 24 October 2009

2009-10-24T03:14:44Z

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	Here are a few ways to remove a screw if the head is stripped out:		Here are a few ways to remove a screw if the head is stripped out:

	'''The most important recommendation:''' Replace all of the Phillips screws you can on your bike with '''stainless steel''' Allen fasteners, preferably before they get stripped. They look nicer, are much easier to work with, and are a heck of a lot more durable.		*'''The most important recommendation:''' Replace all of the Phillips screws you can on your bike with '''stainless steel''' Allen fasteners, preferably before they get stripped. They look nicer, are much easier to work with, and are a heck of a lot more durable.

	*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.		*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.

Bokonon at 03:13, 24 October 2009

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	~~====If~~ the head ~~of a screw you are trying to get out~~ is stripped~~, here are a few ideas~~:~~====~~		Here are a few ways to remove a screw if the head is stripped out:

	''The most important recommendation ~~we can make is to replace~~ all of the ~~phillips~~ screws you can on your bike with '''stainless steel''' Allen fasteners. They look nicer, are much easier to work with, and are a heck of a lot more durable.		'''The most important recommendation:''' Replace all of the Phillips screws you can on your bike with '''stainless steel''' Allen fasteners, preferably before they get stripped. They look nicer, are much easier to work with, and are a heck of a lot more durable.

	*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.		*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.

Bokonon: I need to remove a stripped screw. moved to I need to remove a stripped screw

2008-05-17T18:37:40Z

I need to remove a stripped screw. moved to I need to remove a stripped screw

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Bokonon at 11:49, 14 July 2007

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	*Several members have had good luck with the Craftsman [http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?pid=00952154000&vertical=Sears&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes 3 pc. Screw-Out Damaged Screw Remover Set], model #52154. It runs about $20 at Sears.		*Several members have had good luck with the Craftsman [http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?pid=00952154000&vertical=Sears&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes 3 pc. Screw-Out Damaged Screw Remover Set], model #52154. It runs about $20 at Sears.
	*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.		*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.

			====A simple approach====

			This process uses a product called [http://www.aldn.com/grabit/ GraBit]. There are several products like this on the market. This one works and was available for the photo shoot.

			For your inspection: a rear lower fairing bolt. Common problem area. With the plastic behind it, this is one area where you don't want to use an impact driver.

			[[Image:grabit_02a.jpg\|170px]] [[Image:grabit_03a.jpg\|170px]]

			The kit comes with #2 and #3 Phillips two-sided bits. Choose the appropriate size for your job.

			[[Image:grabit_04a.jpg\|170px]]

			The right side of the bit is a coarse drill bit that shapes the interior of the bolt into a cone shape. This is done in regular direction with the drill.

			[[Image:grabit_06a.jpg\|170px]]

			The next step is to use the left side of the bit counterclockwise (drill in reverse). This bit is grooved and 'bites' into the cone opening, backing the bolt out.

			[[Image:grabit_07a.jpg\|170px]] [[Image:grabit_08a.jpg\|170px]]

			Much easier than some of the methods discussed above.

			[[Image:grabit_09a.jpg\|170px]] [[Image:grabit_10a.jpg\|170px]]

			When you're ready to reassemble, change the Phillips bolts to stainless steel Allen ones. While you're at it, change as many of the Phillips fasteners on your bike as you can.

Bokonon at 03:03, 3 April 2007

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	====If the head of a screw you are trying to get out is stripped, here are a few ideas:====		====If the head of a screw you are trying to get out is stripped, here are a few ideas:====

			''The most important recommendation we can make is to replace all of the phillips screws you can on your bike with '''stainless steel''' Allen fasteners. They look nicer, are much easier to work with, and are a heck of a lot more durable.

	*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.		*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.
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	*Using a Dremel tool or similar cut a slot into the head and use a flat blade driver. Sometimes the additional torue at the very edge of the screw makes all the difference in the world.		*Using a Dremel tool or similar cut a slot into the head and use a flat blade driver. Sometimes the additional torue at the very edge of the screw makes all the difference in the world.
	With a sharp* center punch knock a divot as close to the edge of the screw head as you can. Then lean the centerpunch all the way over and try to tap the screw out.		With a sharp* center punch knock a divot as close to the edge of the screw head as you can. Then lean the centerpunch all the way over and try to tap the screw out.
	*Drill the head off the screw. ~~Using~~ a ~~small pair~~ of ~~vise grips (needle-nose if you have them)~~, ~~grab~~ the ~~protruding nub~~ of the screw (if there ~~is one~~), ~~turn it out~~ and ~~replace~~ screw. ~~Replace~~ with an Allen screw ~~if you can find one~~.		*Drill the head off the screw. You only need a drill bit the size of the screw shaft. Then, just drill through the center of the screw, and once it hits the shaft, the head normally just twists right off (because there's no metal left there to hold it together). Then, pull off the part you're working on and use whatever pliers you desire (needle-nose vise grips are a handy tool to have around) to remove the screw shaft that's protruding. Again, replace with an Allen screw.
	*Purchase a set of drill bits made for screw extraction. The kind that work with a T-handle are better, because you can remove it by hand, and have better control over the torque.		*Purchase a set of drill bits made for screw extraction. The kind that work with a T-handle are better, because you can remove it by hand, and have better control over the torque.
	*Several members have had good luck with the Craftsman [http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?pid=00952154000&vertical=Sears&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes 3 pc. Screw-Out Damaged Screw Remover Set], model #52154. It runs about $20 at Sears.		*Several members have had good luck with the Craftsman [http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?pid=00952154000&vertical=Sears&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes 3 pc. Screw-Out Damaged Screw Remover Set], model #52154. It runs about $20 at Sears.
	*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.		*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.

Bokonon at 21:59, 29 November 2006

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	*Drill the head off the screw. Using a small pair of vise grips (needle-nose if you have them), grab the protruding nub of the screw (if there is one), turn it out and replace screw. Replace with an Allen screw if you can find one.		*Drill the head off the screw. Using a small pair of vise grips (needle-nose if you have them), grab the protruding nub of the screw (if there is one), turn it out and replace screw. Replace with an Allen screw if you can find one.
	*Purchase a set of drill bits made for screw extraction. The kind that work with a T-handle are better, because you can remove it by hand, and have better control over the torque.		*Purchase a set of drill bits made for screw extraction. The kind that work with a T-handle are better, because you can remove it by hand, and have better control over the torque.
			*Several members have had good luck with the Craftsman [http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?pid=00952154000&vertical=Sears&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes 3 pc. Screw-Out Damaged Screw Remover Set], model #52154. It runs about $20 at Sears.
	*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.		*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.

Bokonon at 11:38, 25 July 2006

2006-07-25T11:38:51Z

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	*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.		*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.
	*An impact driver takes the force of a hammer and turns it into rotary torque. This is a very useful tool, especially for older vehicles with stubborn fasteners. Can usually be used for ~~screw~~ or nuts/bolts.		*An impact driver takes the force of a hammer and turns it into rotary torque. This is a very useful tool, especially for older vehicles with stubborn fasteners. Can usually be used for screws or nuts/bolts.

	:[[Image:impact 1.jpg\|200px]]		:[[Image:impact 1.jpg\|200px]]

Bokonon at 10:40, 16 July 2006

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	*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.		*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.
			*An impact driver takes the force of a hammer and turns it into rotary torque. This is a very useful tool, especially for older vehicles with stubborn fasteners. Can usually be used for screw or nuts/bolts.

			:[[Image:impact 1.jpg\|200px]]

	*In the absence of an impact driver, smack the butt end of your regular screwdriver with a hammer while turning. Put additional turning force into as you make the hit. DISCLAIMER: This is pretty dangerous, so use great caution about doing it. If done poorly or with too much force, you stand a chance of hurting yourself or punching the screwdriver tip through something, or breaking whatever you're working on.		*In the absence of an impact driver, smack the butt end of your regular screwdriver with a hammer while turning. Put additional turning force into as you make the hit. DISCLAIMER: This is pretty dangerous, so use great caution about doing it. If done poorly or with too much force, you stand a chance of hurting yourself or punching the screwdriver tip through something, or breaking whatever you're working on.
	*Do you have a cordless driver drill? Most of the modern, quality ones have multiple torque settings. Using a good bit, start at the lowest setting and let it ratchet for a second or so. Keep doing this on each successively higher setting. There are purpose made cordless impact guns made by Makita and the like, too.		*Do you have a cordless driver drill? Most of the modern, quality ones have multiple torque settings. Using a good bit, start at the lowest setting and let it ratchet for a second or so. Keep doing this on each successively higher setting. There are purpose made cordless impact guns made by Makita and the like, too.

Bokonon at 14:14, 31 May 2006

2006-05-31T14:14:37Z

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[[Category:Bodywork & Frame]]
[[Category:Controls & Cables]]
====If the head of a screw you are trying to get out is stripped, here are a few ideas:====

*Make sure the screwdriver you are using is as nearly new as possible. Look at the tip of it and make sure you can see NO rounding or nitching of any kind. The less it bites, the more of your force is wasted trying to press it into the screwhead in the first place.
*In the absence of an impact driver, smack the butt end of your regular screwdriver with a hammer while turning. Put additional turning force into as you make the hit. DISCLAIMER: This is pretty dangerous, so use great caution about doing it. If done poorly or with too much force, you stand a chance of hurting yourself or punching the screwdriver tip through something, or breaking whatever you're working on.
*Do you have a cordless driver drill? Most of the modern, quality ones have multiple torque settings. Using a good bit, start at the lowest setting and let it ratchet for a second or so. Keep doing this on each successively higher setting. There are purpose made cordless impact guns made by Makita and the like, too.
*Using a Dremel tool or similar cut a slot into the head and use a flat blade driver. Sometimes the additional torue at the very edge of the screw makes all the difference in the world.
*With a *sharp* center punch knock a divot as close to the edge of the screw head as you can. Then lean the centerpunch all the way over and try to tap the screw out.
*Drill the head off the screw. Using a small pair of vise grips (needle-nose if you have them), grab the protruding nub of the screw (if there is one), turn it out and replace screw. Replace with an Allen screw if you can find one.
*Purchase a set of drill bits made for screw extraction. The kind that work with a T-handle are better, because you can remove it by hand, and have better control over the torque.
*Take a properly fitting screwdriver, then attach a set of vice grips (very tightly) to the shank just in front of the handle, to form a "T" (the screwdriver would be the top). Use all of your weight to push straight in on the screwdriver towards the screw, then use whatever remaining strength you have to twist it using the leverage of the vice grip.