2006-12-23 11:25:05 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Use a left hand drill bit and drill it out. It should take the screw right out.
2006-12-23 11:27:29 · answer #1 · answered by donnabellekc 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You called it a hex screw as opposed to a hex head screw. That makes it sound like an "Allen" screw that is flush with the surface. If so, the only way you can get it out is with a drill bit and an easy out. Both are available at any hardware store.
2016-05-23 02:43:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a few ways, depending on equipment available and access to screw.
The easiest is clamp on with vise grip pliers.
Cut a screw slot across the top.
Get an EASI-OUT (it looks like a drill with left hand high spiral flute). They come in different sizes, you might be able to get the right size that will fit into the stripped out head. Otherwise, you have to drill the head out more.
Grind a couple of opposed flats in the head so you can get a wrench on it.
2006-12-23 11:47:29 · answer #3 · answered by strech 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If its not completely stripped out yet tap the hex in with a hammer and take it slow if its stripped completely out try and do the drill bit thing if that don't work you will have to drill a small hole in it and use a easy out bit.
2006-12-23 11:29:38 · answer #4 · answered by chevy_guy2004 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you have the age old problem son. best bet is to drill it out with a smaller bit and use what they call an easy out. so as to not damage your original threads , if you do, then you drill it out one size bigger than it was and use what is known as a heli-coil. found at most parts houses. its a fix for stripped threads ,in your case damaged threads from drilling out the stripped hex head bolt, good luck.
2006-12-23 11:38:26 · answer #5 · answered by charlesmartinez151 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Last month I had to go buy left twist drill bits. Put the drill in reverse and start drilling out the screw. As you drill it acts as an easy out.Used it on a bolt. Worked great.
2006-12-23 11:29:23 · answer #6 · answered by danp 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I imagine it is on pretty tight, if it is not or if you do not have access to more advanced tools: you can try pouring super glue or other hard adhesive into the bolt head then put a disposable hex wrench into it and allow it to cure, then try to remove it. I have used this in other circumstances with success.
2006-12-23 11:31:51 · answer #7 · answered by Kendall R 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi, You know, I really haven't had much luck with "easy-outs". Most of the time's I've used them, they have broken. Though to tell the truth, it's been a few years since I tried. The reverse drill bits intrigue me though! I've never heard of them before. Vise-Grips might work, if you have a new pair with really sharp teeth, and you have room to use them, tighten them as much as you can before you try. Good luck, I'm sure you'll get it out somehow
2006-12-26 11:21:43 · answer #8 · answered by nortonclarkson 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a hacksaw to cut a slot in it and use screwdriver to remove it, or drill it out through to the other side.
2006-12-23 11:29:18 · answer #9 · answered by jbdossjr 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If theres a head on it, use a pair of good vice grips.
2006-12-23 11:56:09 · answer #10 · answered by Steve-o 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋