Horsefly Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 I bought a used rifle that has Conetrol scope mounts,and whoever sold it took off the scope and rings,but couldn't get the mounts off and made a mess of the screw heads.I don't have a screwdriver tip that will hold either.I'm wondering if one of those impact drivers like we used on motorcycle engines would work,if I could find a tip small enough?If new rings will cover the screw heads,I may leave them 'cause I know they won't shoot loose.Whoever mounted them must have used red locktite.Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzRednek Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 I've had some (good & bad) luck breaking Locktite's hold with PB Blaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobVZ Posted September 15, 2005 Report Share Posted September 15, 2005 horsefly, If the mounts are on tight and there is no need to remove them(ie. blueing or leveling) then I would leave them be. If you need to remove them, try deepening the boogered slot with a burr in a dremel tool. Then heat the proper bit with a propane torch (just a few seconds) and apply the bit to the screw head to transfer the heat(30 sec). This will soften the Loctite. Then try to remove. I would hesitate to use the impact driver because it might shear off the screw head. If you do, make sure the screw is good and hot and use penetrating oil. Most import stores carry 3/8 and 1/2 inch drive impact drivers for around $6-$9. They also sell a set of adapters that will convert the driver to 1/4 inch. You can then insert a 1/4 inch socket on the end and use 1/4 inch gunsmith screwdriver bits. Use light taps. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedestal Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 You might also try using and electric soldering gun on the screws for a few seconds to loosen the Locktite... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefly Posted September 17, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2005 Thanks feller! I'll try all suggestions until I get them out.I'd like to get the mounts off so that I can use Leopold mounts,the Conetrol rings are around 60 bucks,and I have Leopold bases and mounts already.Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carzngunz Posted September 18, 2005 Report Share Posted September 18, 2005 If you suspect that the screws are locktited in place it may help to strike the screw with a hammer and an old screwdriver after you heat it and before you try to remove it. If someone used the red locktite you will probably twist the head off of the screw before you get the threads to turn. I believe it takes about 400 deg. to break down the high strength stuff and a sharp hammer blow is usually required also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FC Posted September 23, 2005 Report Share Posted September 23, 2005 Any luck with any of these ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefly Posted September 23, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2005 Not yet Tony,I've been busier than a 2 pe_kered billy goat and haven't had time to work on my own stuff.Maybe this weekened if I don't work.Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefly Posted September 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2005 I tried every idea,and the only thing left to do is grind the mounts off with my Dremel so that I can get some small vise grips on the screw ends,so reckon I'll bite the bullet and buy some 50.00 rings and leave the mounts on. I gave her a hell of a try,but had to holler calf rope on this one.Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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