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How to remove a stripped screw?
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How to remove a stripped screw?
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Penetrating oil shouldn't hurt.
If its partially rounded I've been sometimes lucky placing a rubber band between the screw and driver. The little bit of extra grip is sometimes just enough.
If its really stripped a screw extractor should be helpful. On one occasion I've drilled a shallow pilot hole to help the extractor bite into the screw.
If its partially rounded I've been sometimes lucky placing a rubber band between the screw and driver. The little bit of extra grip is sometimes just enough.
If its really stripped a screw extractor should be helpful. On one occasion I've drilled a shallow pilot hole to help the extractor bite into the screw.