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Stripped Threads
Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2011 1:04 pm
by k9th
I was tightening the screws that hold my salon windows in place today and noticed a few were stripped - not the screws but the threads in fiberglass and wood frame behind the window. What is the best way to fix these?
Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2011 4:22 pm
by jddens
I just repaired some stripped holes holding my railing mounts. I filled the holes with west system epoxy, let it harden then drilled new holes slightly smaller than screw, filled the hole with 3M 5200 put the screws in...worked great............John
Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2011 6:07 pm
by Paul
I agree with John except for the 5200. It's a good choice only if you don't plan on never taking it apart again. If you want the the screws to remain serviceable, try 4200 or Lifeseal.
Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2011 8:48 pm
by Big D
Apply heat to the fastener with a gun, that'll allow you to remove again.