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I need to replace a camera that has died. Does anyone have a hack in how to unscrew a screw when the supplied allan key doesn't grip.
Hack required - how to unscrew screw when allan key doesn't grip
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elvisimprsntr
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1. Can't tell from the picture, but it looks like a Torx, not an Allen.
2. Liquid wrench
3. I've used these to remove stripped or rusted screw heads.
4. My guess is it's a stainless steel screw into an aluminum housing. Anti-Seize might help next time.
Husky 1/4 and 3/8 in. Drive Torx Bit Socket Set (11-Piece) HTXBS11PCSR - The Home Depot
The Husky Torx bit socket set is a great addition to any tool box or socket collection. This set comes equipped with both 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. drive bit sockets allowing you to tackle a wide range of projects.
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2. Liquid wrench
Blaster 11 oz. PB Penetrating Oil 16-PB-DS - The Home Depot
The #1-selling penetrant since 1957, PB B'laster, is back with the new and improved B'laster ProStraw. The same legacy formula that quickly loosens rusted or frozen parts now offers Control Flow Technology.
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3. I've used these to remove stripped or rusted screw heads.
Milwaukee M2 Steel Screw Extractor Set (4-Piece) 49-57-9001 - The Home Depot
The Milwaukee 4PC M2 Steel Screw Extractor Set is a complete solution, featuring a double-ended bit design, for easy removal of stripped screws and rounded bolts. The screw extractors are made from M2
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4. My guess is it's a stainless steel screw into an aluminum housing. Anti-Seize might help next time.
Permatex 1.0 fl. oz. Aluminum Anti-Seize Lubricant 81343 - The Home Depot
Permatex Anti-Seize Lubricant is a highly refined blend of aluminum, copper and graphite lubricants, for use during assembly to prevent galling, corrosion and seizing and to assure easier disassembly.
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saltwater
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Unlikely but I'm wondering if the wrong torx was supplied?. There are 2 types, the anti-tamper tool has a small dimple in the centre.
dudemaar
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Klein Tools T10 Torx 6 in. Journeyman T-Handle JTH6T10 - The Home Depot
The Klein JTH6T10 T10 Torx Journeyman T-Handle features a T-Handle design that delivers more torque to the fasteners. The part number and hex size appear on the handle for easy, positive identification.
www.homedepot.com
saltwater
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It's the right tool, as I used it for another camera, same model. Having said that, the first one I tried the end of the tool came off, lodged in the thread. Had to use a magnet to get it out.
saltwater
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I appreciate the links to Home Depot, but as an aside, Home Depot block Australian visitors to their site. Firing up the vpn server gets me there, but regardless, I can figure out the products that you're posting.Klein Tools T10 Torx 6 in. Journeyman T-Handle JTH6T10 - The Home Depot
The Klein JTH6T10 T10 Torx Journeyman T-Handle features a T-Handle design that delivers more torque to the fasteners. The part number and hex size appear on the handle for easy, positive identification.www.homedepot.com
If you have a star bit set, try one of those that fits the screw and see if it will have a better grip for it.
star bit set.
star bit set.
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tigerwillow1
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WD 40 .. let it soak ( or other penetrating oil ) .. and a good Torx screw driver, manual .. do not use a power tool here, that will get you often in trouble
saltwater
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Thanks all, finally got the camera off. The camera is dead, I couldn't revive it, so I had no other option but to ............you'll see.
MrRobinHood
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tigerwillow1
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OUCH!!!
saltwater
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Don't worry, I've got that in hand.The good news is now you have a legitimate reason for your wife for buying another new camera to replace the dead one.