I need to re-tighten a rounded off aluminum thread bolt head (16mm). Will this or another tool work for me? (It's a custom bolt, I can't just buy new)
1135607
Irwin tools works perfect. Im pretty sure this tools will works for that job
1135608
No, the sockets are designed to grab the head of the bolt and allow you to twist only in the left direction.
1135609
I really doubt it. The twist of the inside 'threads' of the tool only bite into the bolt head when turned counterclockise. Try carefully filing the bolt head to fit a smaller wrench. Worth the effort if you ever need to remove it again. Or look for a tool with a set screw arrangement or a cam action. A very small pipe wrench might work, too. Best of luck, Michael.
1135610
These extractors are only designed to remove damaged right hand thread fasteners. They would work to tighten a fastener that is left hand thread, but will most likely damage it's flats. If you could find left hand thread bolt/nut extractors, they would most likely be able to tighten a right hand thread fastener.
555870
I assume you meant the 1/4-20 threaded screw with the plastic knob that attaches to either the top or bottom. You can contact the MFG for a new one or a 1/4-20 bolt and washer of the appropriate length will work also. You will just not have the plastic knob.
944405
I'd bring it to a hardware store and find something that will fit the threads. They're a strange size though, so good luck.
1156563
I believe the bolt diameter is 5/16". I had one connector which I drilled out to fit. Other options include attaching a new connector.
1845422
It seems like it won't thread flush on the bolt, but I would say it should work. I would try it.
1733863
Yes. I got one from lowes in the hardware section. Ask for help in finding it as it will probably take an eternity to find on your own. It has a regular threaded end and the top is flat so you can tighten and loosen it with your fingers.
1672908
If you're hand with tools I suppose you could re-tap it into the appropriate size but getting the parts with the correctly matching bolt/thread would be a better idea.
1891117
Dean is confused, Levi is correct. If the top of the ball head is threaded with a standard thread 3/8-16 or 1/4-20 then this clamp could be attached. I would probably recommend some loctite on the threads especially if usign the reducer, of course this is only a good idea if you are not wanting to remove it anytime soon.
861168
The cast aluminum is not threaded. I used the original bolts and they worked fine.
1931145
Yes, you can unscrew the head and mount any standard head to it. I don't remember the bolt/thread size, but it is standard.
2224720
Yes, this should do the trick. Use the size that's almost, but a tad bit smaller, than the bolt you're attempting to extract.
965700
don't get this.. it won't work. it will just strip the bolt head. Instead, get a hack saw blade- the ones with just a small handle and saw the top of the head, it will just snap off eventually . Or saw just below the head if you can get to it.
210758
The part that presses on the end of the bolt is 1/2" thick. If you can only fit 3/8", you can probably use an angle grinder to shave it down until it fits. As an alternative, if you're going to be replacing the ball joint, you can cut off some of the bolt end to get some more clearance.
122775
I'm assuming that the part that was loose was the main head that holds the shears. I have looked atone and can't see how that would bind up the shears. So contact Pactool on that. The shears themselves I would say back out a 1/4 turn and try that, if that frees up the problem all is good. If your afraid of it coming loose again, remove bolt and put a drop of blue Lock Tite on threads and reinstall. Don't use Red as it sets really hard and takes a heat gun ta remove. The nice thing bout Pactool is the replaceable shears.
1768967
Thanks all for your input. I ended up going to OSH, matching the thread, then purchasing 1" bolts instead of 1.5" bolts that was supplied in the packaging. So new purchasers, save yourself a bunch of anxiety and buy yourself 1" #8 32 standard thread. I e-talked with the manufacturer, Progress Lighting. That was pretty useless...community, you were much more help! Thanks...
965701
Yes sir, I had a rounded head and uses 1size smaller, pounded the socket onto the rounded head. I used a 1/2 breaker bar with a pipe inserted over it to get extra purchase . One slow pull got her done. I was working on a salt water boat trailer springs, brake calipers. Never leave home without you Irwin Torques!
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If there is enough bolt sticking out of the shaft the irwin tool may work. There needs to be aprox. 3/8" to 1/2" for the tool to grip. The splines are tapered in the tool. If there is that much sticking out try gripping it with a pair of vice grips. If it is broke off shorter you will have to drill a hole in the middle of the bolt and extract with a internal ez out