I have to get screws out of an old bench. I know nothing about tools, so I was wondering if I could use a power drill to take them out (yes I know it can put screws in). If not, a screwdriver should work right?
Thanks
2007-07-15 16:51:38 · 10 answers · asked by rokuta 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes, just put the drill motor in reverse and keep a good pressure on it and go slowly. This will keep the bit from jumping out and stripping the head. Make sure the bit is the proper size for the screwhead.
2007-07-15 19:04:38 · answer #1 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, try the power drill in reverse to get the screws out. It is much easier than a manual screwdriver.
2007-07-15 16:54:45 · answer #2 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they are slotted heads:
Clean out the slot to its full depth using a fine nail and hammer carefully. That way you get maximum leverage with a traditional screwdriver. Tip- push down harder than you turn and it should do less damage to the screw head.
Philips/posidrive headed screws:
Using a screwdriver, again pushing firmly down before you try turning. If not carefully drill out the screw heads with a power drill.
2007-07-15 21:40:13 · answer #3 · answered by John S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can. Be sure you have the proper size bit to fit the screws. A drill with variable speed will work the best.
2007-07-15 16:55:50 · answer #4 · answered by leroy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep, just get a bit for the drill that matches the head of the screw and set the drill on reverse
2007-07-15 16:53:41 · answer #5 · answered by John M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Restored some of my dad's old tools which were badly rusted. Used Coca Cola, WD40, kerosene & penetrating oil except on painted parts. No one thing did it all , but I started w. Coke & brass brush for the loose surface rust, then soaked WD40 ,more brushing. That got things pretty clean . Sulfo oil & Liquid Wrench helped break the heavy rust. Used the kerosene to flush out the grit between scrubbings. More oiling & scrubbing once things started to move. Finally able to disassemble & used wire wheels , a 3M rust remover wheel & Scotchbrite pads Could'nt do anything about the pitting but now everything works. Took a long time, but being heirloom stufff I kept at it. Once things started to move , It got easier. Good luck
2016-05-18 22:46:33 · answer #6 · answered by margo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So long as the drill has reverse on it. Otherwise it is the manual screwdriver.
2007-07-15 17:03:04 · answer #7 · answered by ButwhatdoIno? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course! Just reverse the action!
2007-07-15 16:53:21 · answer #8 · answered by Sal*UK 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God help us.
2007-07-15 16:53:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
No, that's illegal..
2007-07-15 16:54:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋