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Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
11 March, 2011, 03:08
So i just started stripping down my M16 ready for a fresh coat of paint. And on the last bit to take down the screw stripped. It's the mag release hex/alun screw.
Anybody have any tip's on how to get this out. I don't care if i ruin the mag catch i can buy a new one.
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11 March, 2011, 03:45
Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
Is that the tiny screw holding the push button on? Have used a small Intument/watchmatchers screwdriver before. Tap in with small hammer until it bites and it should come out. If not 3mm drill and take the head off the screw.
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11 March, 2011, 03:52
Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
small drill bit, drill that screw out
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11 March, 2011, 04:14
Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
You could also Epoxy/Superglue an old Allen key into it and try that, depends how tight in it is though.
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11 March, 2011, 04:48
Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
tilt the allen key to the side and push hard it may bite, or as siad hammer a flat blade screwdriver in there and twist / use plyers to twist.
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11 March, 2011, 07:12
Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
yes they are about £5 for a new catch, prob drill head off is easiest
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11 March, 2011, 14:16
Re: Stripped hex/alun screw for mag release
Cheers guys. I did end up drilling through the screw with my new dremel kit. Luckily enough it arrived today in perfect time for me to do it.
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