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« on: March 31, 2017, 07:29:02 AM » |
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Grrrr. Still can't get this sucker out.
I've been using liquid wrench for 3 days. Giving it a squirt 5 or 6 times a day.
I've found a flat head bit that fits into the slot but even using that with a socket handle wont get it to turn.
I know it's been suggested to use heat but I really don't want to do that so close to all the other gubbins in the area.
Suggestions please.
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« Reply #1 on: March 31, 2017, 08:17:05 AM » |
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Make sure your screwdriver is SQUARE in the slot then rap the end of the screwdriver with a hammer couple of times. Also try tightening a bit instead of loosening. Repeat. Repeat. If you have one of those pin point torches you know-smaller flame front. Propane charcoal lighter comes to mind. Coca Cola sposed to loosen up rusted bolts too. When you do git it apart clean and anti seize the threads BEFORE assembly. RIDE SAFE.
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« Reply #2 on: March 31, 2017, 10:05:27 AM » |
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Have you tried a hand impact? Give it a sharp rap with a good size hammer (2.5-3 pounder). Be sure it is set for removal so you don't tighten it.  Maybe have someone bracing the bike so you don't tip it over. Don't have one? They run about $15 at auto parts store or maybe hardware store. |
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« Reply #3 on: March 31, 2017, 10:08:46 AM » |
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This is no help to Britman. But i wonder if there is an allen plug that could replace those ? I`ve always worried about boogering up the slot.
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« Reply #4 on: March 31, 2017, 10:18:41 AM » |
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This is no help to Britman. But i wonder if there is an allen plug that could replace those ? I`ve always worried about boogering up the slot.
Yep, there is...works well. Also...if ya booger the old slotted one up AT ALL...don't put it back. Get a new one or the allen. Also...anti-seize is your friend here. |
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« Reply #5 on: March 31, 2017, 10:34:13 AM » |
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This is no help to Britman. But i wonder if there is an allen plug that could replace those ? I`ve always worried about boogering up the slot.
Yep, there is...works well. Also...if ya booger the old slotted one up AT ALL...don't put it back. Get a new one or the allen. Also...anti-seize is your friend here. Thanks, I`ll look for some at Ace.  |
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« Reply #6 on: March 31, 2017, 10:59:39 AM » |
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I've always used a cordless impact driver. A hand impact driver? Sounds like a good way to break something else.
Why not just drill it out and replace it? It's just a cover anyway.
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« Reply #7 on: March 31, 2017, 11:11:43 AM » |
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This is no help to Britman. But i wonder if there is an allen plug that could replace those ? I`ve always worried about boogering up the slot.
Yep, there is...works well. Also...if ya booger the old slotted one up AT ALL...don't put it back. Get a new one or the allen. Also...anti-seize is your friend here. Thanks, I`ll look for some at Ace. Rob, just a heads up... you will have a love/hate relationship with anti-seize. It is great to brush on threads etc. so they come apart in the future, but it gets EVERYWHERE! Your hands, clothes, even places you would never think it gets into. Hard to get off. Use a lot less than you think it will need. After using this stuff for over 25 years, I think I finally got smart. I now put some in one of these and squeeze out just a little during assembly. Mucho less frustration. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058JILJK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 |
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« Reply #8 on: March 31, 2017, 11:29:23 AM » |
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Those things are a royal pain. Have used my hand impact more than once to get it out it doesn't take much impact of course. Now I just barely snug the thing in there. I'm thinking an Allen would be the way to go
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« Reply #9 on: March 31, 2017, 11:57:31 AM » |
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This is no help to Britman. But i wonder if there is an allen plug that could replace those ? I`ve always worried about boogering up the slot.
Yep, there is...works well. Also...if ya booger the old slotted one up AT ALL...don't put it back. Get a new one or the allen. Also...anti-seize is your friend here. Thanks, I`ll look for some at Ace. Rob, just a heads up... you will have a love/hate relationship with anti-seize. It is great to brush on threads etc. so they come apart in the future, but it gets EVERYWHERE! Your hands, clothes, even places you would never think it gets into. Hard to get off. Use a lot less than you think it will need. After using this stuff for over 25 years, I think I finally got smart. I now put some in one of these and squeeze out just a little during assembly. Mucho less frustration. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0058JILJK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1Thanks, Jim. I will have to admit I haven't been using it. I've just been putting a dab of moly on them. Luckily they haven't gotten stuck, but I always dislike slot and Phillips screw heads. |
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« Reply #10 on: March 31, 2017, 12:28:59 PM » |
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Use an Impact Driver on that little screw cover, the slotted ones are fine once they are coated with anit-seize.
It is your friend, just use it sparingly, otherwize like others have said it gets everywhere.
Bought a bike six months ago and I am still cleaning of excess anti-seize on everything.
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« Reply #11 on: March 31, 2017, 12:31:10 PM » |
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« Reply #12 on: March 31, 2017, 03:21:21 PM » |
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If you have the caliper off the bike it makes breaking that sucker loose twice as hard. Always crack that thing first thing.
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« Reply #13 on: March 31, 2017, 03:47:22 PM » |
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If you have the caliper off the bike it makes breaking that sucker loose twice as hard. Always crack that thing first thing.
Mines on the bike. I agree remove first. Previous owner cranked her down.  |
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« Reply #14 on: March 31, 2017, 05:47:59 PM » |
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That cover screw is a 10mm x 1.0 pitch. VERY fine thread. I wen to Fastenal and couldn't locate any. BTW: Never Sieze washes off and make future work MUCH easier. You don't need much. Kinda like Brylcreem; a little dab 'll do ya.
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« Reply #15 on: April 01, 2017, 06:30:44 PM » |
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If you have the caliper off the bike it makes breaking that sucker loose twice as hard. Always crack that thing first thing.
Mines on the bike. I agree remove first. Previous owner cranked her down. Had to put a drill to mine and use an easy out the last time. Won't be one put back anytime soon  |
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« Reply #16 on: April 02, 2017, 05:11:38 AM » |
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"Drill it out" I read.
How does one get the final piece that will be left in the thread out and how does one not booger up the thread with the drill bit?
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« Reply #17 on: April 02, 2017, 06:27:43 AM » |
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"Drill it out" I read.
How does one get the final piece that will be left in the thread out and how does one not booger up the thread with the drill bit?
With an "EasyOut" you use the corresponding drill size for the "EasyOut" bit. You can get a kit that has usually 4 different sizes at any auto parts store. The smallest one would be the one to start with on that cap screw. That way, as long as you stay centered, you won't mess up the threads in the caliper. Just start with a shallow hole and work deeper till the "EasyOut" bit gets a good bite. |
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