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How to remove rusty screw
I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed
unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. |
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How to remove rusty screw
"Alec" wrote in message ... I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. Slot head/Posidrive or Phillips |
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How to remove rusty screw
Chris Oates wrote:
"Alec" wrote in message ... I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. Slot head/Posidrive or Phillips Either way, try *tightening* them a tad first, then undoing them. |
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Alec wrote:
I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. Assuming they are crosshead, get the apropriate anti cam out rib screwdriver bit and undo them. MrCheerful |
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"MrCheerful" wrote in message ... Alec wrote: I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. Assuming they are crosshead, get the apropriate anti cam out rib screwdriver bit and undo them. I thought your spell checker had failed but no - summat I've never heard of http://tinyurl.com/gp4r |
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How to remove rusty screw
"Alec" wrote in message ... I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. Thanks for many helpful comments. I will try the more gentle method, though standing on a ladder and my hand on an awkward angle it isn't easy to apply solid pressure. BTW, what kind of screws do I use as replacements - brass, SS, galvanised? As I live near the sea it doesn't take long for the rust to appear on anything metallic. Alec |
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How to remove rusty screw
"Alec" wrote in message ... "Alec" wrote in message ... I'm trying to replace the broken hinges on top-opening uPVC double glazed unit. But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Is there a way to remove the screws without causing damage to the frame? TIA. Thanks for many helpful comments. I will try the more gentle method, though standing on a ladder and my hand on an awkward angle it isn't easy to apply solid pressure. BTW, what kind of screws do I use as replacements - brass, SS, galvanised? As I live near the sea it doesn't take long for the rust to appear on anything metallic. Alec http://www.mutr.co.uk/MechComp/Mech_screws_nscrew.htm --- BigWallop http://basecuritysystems.no-ip.com Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.500 / Virus Database: 298 - Release Date: 10/07/03 |
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How to remove rusty screw
On Fri, 11 Jul 2003 22:47:03 +0100, "Alec"
wrote: But some of the screws attaching them to the frame have rusted through. I sprayed WD40 but I get no grip at all with my screwdriver. Diamond paste in oil, sold as "magic screwdriver grip". It's impressively effective. A good screwdriver bit helps too. I have a Wiha with diamond-plated faces that is handy for awkward ones. They don't last though, so don't use it for "everyday". |
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