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Messed up screw 8890 what can i do?

post #1 of 6
10/15/05 at 9:18pm
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I have a huge problem , I reguarly clean out the heatsink on my 8890 but now one of the screws wont come out.. Its severely worn down and there is no way i can get any screw driver to turn it and open in....

Im worried my machine is doomed now since its really tough to clean...Do i have any options at all?
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post #2 of 6
10/15/05 at 11:37pm
Tap and die - What I mean by that is use a very tiny drill and drill into the core of the screw. Then use an equally tiny tap to extract the screw - I think they call it an easy-out (it is screwed in such a manner that when you screw it in, it is actually going to cause the screw to be screwed out). After that happens, you will need to find a replacement screw. Remember, these screws do not hold the world together and should not be overtightened.
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post #3 of 6
10/18/05 at 6:48pm
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are there any local places i can take it to that will do this? that you can think of? doesnt sound easy if your a tool newbie like myself
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post #4 of 6
10/18/05 at 8:14pm
You're first attempt at removing the damaged screw should be done with this type of tool.

http://www.aldn.com/xout/

I would not recommend chucking the tool in a reversable drill. Instead, use a screwdriver that accepts interchangeable 1/4" bits.
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post #5 of 6
10/18/05 at 10:00pm
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hey inconel thanks so much... woudl this tool work with removing the screws on the 8890 heatsink though? if so im gonna go ahead and order it
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post #6 of 6
10/19/05 at 7:32am
Are you sure you can't get that screw out with a pair of needle nose pliers? There really is quite a bit of room around them.

If you have a Sears near by, you should go there with your computer. They should have whatever tool you need, whether it be a small pair of pliers, x-out, or anything else they might suggest.
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