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gpw1942

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Armor screws tool
« on: May 19, 2016, 05:53:32 AM »
Does anyone have any recommendations on what to use to unscrew old rusted armor screws.
I have been using drag link sockets, but they keep breaking. Yes, Craftsman brand.
Maybe another brand is better?
Thoughts?

woodwalker

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Re: Armor screws tool
« Reply #1 on: May 19, 2016, 06:10:01 AM »
I fabricated one out of cut armor L shaped if it broke I just made a new tip

steve-0

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Re: Armor screws tool
« Reply #2 on: May 19, 2016, 11:53:41 AM »

steve1973

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Re: Armor screws tool
« Reply #3 on: May 20, 2016, 12:32:39 AM »
To start having a helper makes a big difference. One person to hold the screw end and the other tackles the nut. For the screw end I use a large screw driver socket set from Harbor Freight. They work great and if they break you can exchange them for a new one like Craftsman does. Yes, they do break but do work well. For the nut end I will soak with PB Blaster for a bit then heat them up with a small torch. I use an air impact gun to get the nut off and that usually does the trick. For the stubborn ones I use an air chisel and cut the nut off. If you need replacement armor bolts I have them new for sale. Just PM me your needs.   

Steve A.

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Re: Armor screws tool
« Reply #4 on: May 22, 2016, 05:50:37 AM »
I went with Steve or outer my tool doesn't look anywhere near as good as his stuff but having that weight ther makes a big difference when you have the impact gun on the bolt. I have gotten 90% of the bolts off with the steve type tool. The rest split or cut.