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4byfour 09-20-2020 11:33 AM

Bed disassembly question
 
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Thought I would ask the question here on how to get the top 2 screws out of the front of the bedside when they are rusted and stuck. I know I can weld a nut onto them,just wanted to see if there was an easier way that I hadn't thought of.

kwmech 09-20-2020 11:42 AM

Re: Bed disassembly question
 
Hammer Impact Driver and maybe some heat from the backside on the threads

tinman_local2 09-20-2020 12:16 PM

Re: Bed disassembly question
 
I use a #3 Philips tip in a small impact along with some heat. Just go easy with the impact so you don't strip the head.

LockDoc 09-20-2020 01:21 PM

Re: Bed disassembly question
 
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I agree with the impact, and the heat is really important, even if all you have is a hand held propane torch. Get it as hot as you can and then let it cool for a minute or so before trying it. I usually hit them with some penetrating oil after they cool a little, then the impact driver.

LockDoc

tinman_local2 09-20-2020 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc (Post 8810897)
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I agree with the impact, and the heat is really important, even if all you have is a hand held propane torch. Get it as hot as you can and then let it cool for a minute or so before trying it. I usually hit them with some penetrating oil after they cool a little, then the impact driver.

LockDoc

Couldn't have said it better myself. Works nearly every time.

4byfour 09-20-2020 03:32 PM

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You guys are the best. Got them out with the heat and impact. Appreciate you all!


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