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phicks
Lakeland, FL
Zone 9b
February 5, 2007
12:40 PM | Hi can any one tell me how to get striped screws out i need to change the washers on my tub handles ? Thanks Paul | Bubba_MoCity
Missouri City, TX
February 5, 2007
5:51 PM | Sometimes it may not be possible, but most hardware stores sell an EZ-OUT kit with several size drill bits and a reverse thread screw-like tool to undo the gauled-head screw.
I got mine from Sears Hardware - it has worked great on some screws, but some of the 3.5 " deck screws into green oak, did not. I wound up drilling them out with some Bad-Dog carbide bits. | phicks
Lakeland, FL
Zone 9b
February 5, 2007
6:06 PM | Thanks | paulgrow
Allen Park, MI
Zone 6a
February 12, 2007
4:20 PM | If taht doesn't work drill it out and retap it use a larger screw.
Paul |
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