I posted my new to me Heavy 10. Well when I took it apart to bring it home this one screw holding the apron on will not come out. It moves about 1/4 turn then gets real tight. I didn't want to force it and brake something. Am I doing something wrong or is there a problem? Thanks
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Heavy 10 Apron Screw?
- Thread starter DonTen
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mcload
Hot Rolled
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- Nov 5, 2007
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- Houston, Texas
This is a very common problem; I suggest you do a thread search for "stuck apron screw".
Put the other screw back in and tighten so that it is supporting a portion of the apron. You don't want to put the
problem screw in a bind. Soak the screw overnight with penetrating oil, and start working it in and out. More than
likely threads are just dirty. Try to clamp/support that side of the apron so that weight of apron is not adding
to the problem.
If all else fails. use an impact driver with a flat blade drag link bit.
mcload
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- Nov 5, 2007
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- Houston, Texas
Well, yes, bent is not good. You might be considered lucky.
Don't try to use those screws again. Replace with correct size Allen Head cap screws
for the time being and until you get it back together. (Those will probably be the least
of your problems).
PMc
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Yep just one small thing I took care of. Now I think I am going to tackle the Head Stock. As long as it is in good condition then I will start buying gears.
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