No.4 (T) for $20 build thread

[browningautorifle]

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...

[jonh172]

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

To no end...

Carbide end mill and tap are enroute!

[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.

[jonh172]

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]

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]

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]

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

Jsne

[jonh172]

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]

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

[jonh172]

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.