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Originally Posted by garnold
Ok, just another one of my rookie calls. I figured out how the set screws come out. And as always, the first 4 come out great then the top one of the last set seems striped �� I have it soaking in PB blaster hoping it breaks free. If not that then I'll see if an easy out can fit in there. Any other ideas?
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Make sure the allen / hex wrench has fresh corners. Grind the end if necessary to get good edges. ( do not get it hot or you will lose the temper )
I find KROIL works better than PB Blaster. A 50/50 mix of acetone and ATF works just as good as KROIL too.
If it is stripped, use a "F" drill ( .257 ) to make a spot on the top set screw. Just go far enough to get full diameter . Change to a 13/64" or 3/16" drill and SLOWLY drill thru the set screws. Use oil take your time. If the drill bit gets dull, resharpen or use a new/fresh on.
Once thru, use the 13/64 " thru the hole and then use a 1/4-20 NC tap to clean the threads. Purchase all new set screws when you reassemble.
I've already had my fun with stripped set screws
