No.4 (T) for $20 build thread

**browningautorifle** · 08-21-2017 10:24 AM

Originally Posted by RobD

the soft solder has probably got into the threads and acts as an almighty glue.

Of course, that's exactly what's happening because that's what it's for. If it's not heated then it won't come out, I'm sure he said he's done that...

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**jonh172** · 08-21-2017 10:32 AM

Originally Posted by browningautorifle

I'm sure he said he's done that...

To no end...

Carbide end mill and tap are enroute!

**Flying10uk** · 08-21-2017 01:39 PM

Once you've centred up your mill over that stud hole, John, I'd probably put a small drill through first before going through with your carbide end mill. Otherwise we may have a broken cutter/damaged thread scenario.

**jonh172** · 08-21-2017 04:55 PM

Originally Posted by Flying10uk

Once you've centred up your mill over that stud hole, John, I'd probably put a small drill through first before going through with your carbide end mill. Otherwise we may have a broken cutter/damaged thread scenario.

You bet, thanks!

**Peter Laidler** · 08-21-2017 05:47 PM

We didn't seem to encounter any of this when we were doing them and the L42 was notorious for shearing off the screws AND the spigot on the front pad!

**jonh172** · 08-21-2017 09:46 PM

Originally Posted by Peter Laidler

We didn't seem to encounter any of this when we were doing them and the L42 was notorious for shearing off the screws AND the spigot on the front pad!

It's pretty bizarre considering 2 came out very easily, the 3rd was a bit tougher, but not bad, and their threads are nice and clean, no rust etc...

**Jsne** · 08-22-2017 02:04 AM

You say the third WAS a little harder?
Do you get it out?

Jsne

**jonh172** · 08-22-2017 08:49 AM

Originally Posted by jsne

You say the third WAS a little harder?
Do you get it out?

Jsne

Yes the third was a little harder to get out, but I got it out nice and clean.

**CINDERS** · 08-23-2017 12:47 PM

Should now be able to start the re building phase now will start looking forward to seeing the end product

**jonh172** · 09-02-2017 03:09 PM

Originally Posted by CINDERS

Should now be able to start the re building phase now will start looking forward to seeing the end product

Getting closer!

The tap and end mill have arrived, just need the time.

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