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Author:  Snowjob [ Sun Jun 29, 2008 12:03 pm ]
Post subject:  Removing Screws
Does anyone have any tips on removing stripped screws? I checked out the guide (http://wiki.joecustoms.com/wiki/Remove_a_Screw) but unfortunately most of the pictures that show up on my computer are the comedic intro and not the actual nuts and bolts of the opperation.
Author:  roguetiger [ Sun Jun 29, 2008 3:22 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
Try reading viewtopic.php?f=21&t=9479 there's some hints in that thread.
Author:  nova [ Sun Jun 29, 2008 8:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
I've got no problems seeing them at the JC wicki...and they're still live in my photobucket account.

Let me know if you're not able to see any of these.

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Author:  Snowjob [ Sun Jun 29, 2008 10:12 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
Thanks for the responses guys, I'll get to work on my figures this week.

Nova - the repost in this thread comes in great. (awesome job btw) Not sure why I only half come in for me when im on the Wiki site.
Author:  remster_9 [ Tue Jul 15, 2008 9:24 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
Python Viper wrote:
Yeah, you are going to need a dremel. But be careful about overheating the screw, it will melt the surrounding plastic. I fill a sink with a few inches of water and hold the part just under the surface as I drill out the screw. The water dissapates the heat so your part wont melt.

If you dont have a dremel but will be at the con, bring those figs, I am sure someone can hook you up with a dremel.

A dremel is only 30 or 40 bucks.


Same problem for me, I have a few stripped screws I'd like removed, but I can't seem to do it without melting the plastic around them. However I don't think it would be too safe to bring an electrical device that close to water...

This probably works for wireless/cordless devices, but how do you proceed with this when you're using a dremel with a plug?

Thanks in advance!

PS: sorry everyone for the double post as I already posted this in this thread, http://www.joecustoms.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=9479 but I thought it belonged more to the General Customizing section
Author:  nova [ Tue Jul 15, 2008 3:18 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
They make sprays and things like that for drilling in metal...or use a small container of water...somthing like a Dixie cup...just big enough to slightly submerge the part.

I think the better option is to do it slowly...part of the reason I recommend using a Drill is because you get more torque at the lower speeds...the lowest settings on a Dremel are already faster than you'll need and only cause added friction.
Author:  remster_9 [ Tue Jul 15, 2008 5:01 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
nova wrote:
They make sprays and things like that for drilling in metal...or use a small container of water...somthing like a Dixie cup...just big enough to slightly submerge the part.

I think the better option is to do it slowly...part of the reason I recommend using a Drill is because you get more torque at the lower speeds...the lowest settings on a Dremel are already faster than you'll need and only cause added friction.


Thanks for the suggestion Nova!

Don't you think there is a risk of electrical shock and potential damage to the dremel if there is any direct contact with water? That's also a source of concern for me :-/
Author:  roguetiger [ Tue Jul 15, 2008 5:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
remster_9 wrote:
nova wrote:
They make sprays and things like that for drilling in metal...or use a small container of water...somthing like a Dixie cup...just big enough to slightly submerge the part.

I think the better option is to do it slowly...part of the reason I recommend using a Drill is because you get more torque at the lower speeds...the lowest settings on a Dremel are already faster than you'll need and only cause added friction.


Thanks for the suggestion Nova!

Don't you think there is a risk of electrical shock and potential damage to the dremel if there is any direct contact with water? That's also a source of concern for me :-/


If you put just the BIT itself into the water there shouldn't be any prob. If you have a cordless drill use it instead.
Author:  remster_9 [ Wed Jul 16, 2008 3:48 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
roguetiger wrote:
remster_9 wrote:
nova wrote:
They make sprays and things like that for drilling in metal...or use a small container of water...somthing like a Dixie cup...just big enough to slightly submerge the part.

I think the better option is to do it slowly...part of the reason I recommend using a Drill is because you get more torque at the lower speeds...the lowest settings on a Dremel are already faster than you'll need and only cause added friction.


Thanks for the suggestion Nova!

Don't you think there is a risk of electrical shock and potential damage to the dremel if there is any direct contact with water? That's also a source of concern for me :-/


If you put just the BIT itself into the water there shouldn't be any prob. If you have a cordless drill use it instead.


Cool stuff... I'll give it a try then. Not without fear - this would probably crack the top 10 most stupid deaths ever though. I'm all about glory ;-)
Author:  yjagg [ Wed Jul 16, 2008 8:34 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Removing Screws
Back in a previous life I was an Optician - we had a tool called a screw extractor unlike a regular phillips or flat head it had a jagged head that would get a bite and - most of the Optical screw drivers had it so you could swap out the heads - Sadler was the name of the company I belive and there is a also a company called Frannel Optical (located in FL) a distributor that sells smaller orders.
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