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May 13th, 2010, 09:10 AM #1
Someone in the Philly area with EZ Out drill can help? *SOLVED*
I have an ARMS 41BL flip up front sight base that I need to take off my barrel so I can install a free float handguard. However, one of the hex screw's head is stripped. After all futile attempts, I think the only way out is to use EZ Out or a similar tool to drill in and twist out.
I'm in Center City Philly. If you are near by and can help, I'd appreciate it. I'm just weary of drilling metal and all. Thanks.
AlLast edited by mythaeus; May 15th, 2010 at 12:48 PM. Reason: thread title
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May 13th, 2010, 09:40 AM #2
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May 13th, 2010, 09:42 AM #3
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May 13th, 2010, 10:16 AM #4
Re: Some on in the Philly area with EZ Out drill can help?
Can you post a pic?
I could probably help you out. I have the tools but have not used them on firearms.
I have used them on R/C model airplanes, cars, other stuff i needed to fix.
Do you have a cordless drill or drill press?
If I see what you are talking about I could better understand exactly what you are afraid of.
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May 13th, 2010, 10:20 AM #5
Re: Some on in the Philly area with EZ Out drill can help?
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May 13th, 2010, 10:31 AM #6Grand Member
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Re: Some on in the Philly area with EZ Out drill can help?
If you don't mind driving up to the Doylestown area- I'll remove it while you wait for a modest fee. I may have the proper size screw in stock to replace the damaged one.
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May 13th, 2010, 10:33 AM #7
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May 13th, 2010, 10:35 AM #8
Re: Some on in the Philly area with EZ Out drill can help?
I don't have and ez out, but i've had used the ones from harbor freight, POS! shell out 20.00 and get it from sears, you can borrow my drill.
or try this.
http://www.amazon.com/Smith-Wesson-S...3761200&sr=8-5
under 10 bucks. i have prime if you need to order it. just let me kno.
something like this might be better. 20.00
http://www.amazon.com/Alden-8440P-4-...3761200&sr=8-3
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May 13th, 2010, 10:37 AM #9
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May 13th, 2010, 02:26 PM #10Active Member
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Re: Some on in the Philly area with EZ Out drill can help?
To remove a broken screw the best way to do so is to use a drill bit that has a left hand twist. Using a common right hand twist drill will drive the screw tighter into its bore, and can make matters worse. Often, a left twist drill will grab and loosen the broken screw and unscrew it easily. If the screw doesn't come out with a left twist drill bit then you have a hole into which a easy-out can be used on. A light touch is needed when using an easy-out, as it can spread or mushroom the head or top of the broken screw as the easy-out twists into the drilled hole.
When trying to drill out a screw clamp the part/assm. in a vise and use a drill press. Locate the center of the screw and dimple with a center punch. Begin the hole using a center drill to start the hole, and then switch to the left hand twist drill.
These drills are available from machine shop suppliers.
Another thought, if the screw extends all the way through the mount, it may be possible to drill the screw from its end, with a common right hand drill. The drill may grab and drive the screw out the other side.
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