Hard to remove screws

[carmichael]

I was fixing a starter cord on a Jumping Jack today and used a little trick I thought I should share. This isn't really a Homelite trick but "sometimes" works on hard to remove slotted or Philip's screws. Adding a small amount of valve grinding compound to the tip of your screwdriver helps it to hold on tight and helps stop cam out.

[gtor72]

i was going to share that one someday, its a good one!!!!

[RBW]

Excellent tip!



This is one I forgot I knew until you posted it. Good pics too!



Thanks!

[carmichael]

I think I first read the tip in a old Hot Rod or Car Craft magazine back in high school many many years ago. It's a good tip though and one I have to remember I know from time to time. ;D It was nice getting a chance to play with my new Digital Camera too.

[redsqwrl]

carmichael, I found a dip into the Grinder dust works too. some of my screwin drivers are slightly magnetic and I just jab them into the bottom of the bench grinder and pick up some filings and get a similar bite.

Great reminder.

[redsqwrl]

Brain Fart.....

What the hell there are plenty of lurkers trolling around I am sure someone will benifit from seeing some activity in the tips forum. ;D

RS