If they are that hard to get out i would take them to a supply house once they are out and get new compatible ones. Also anti seize when going back in
To get out soak in oil or crc knockem loose and be patient. Strong but dont force
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No you will make it tighter.
Hair dryer on the housing not the screw.
You want the screw to shrink and housing to grow
Thermodynamics duh
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Expansion might break the rust or whatever else is keeping it from turning
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Also forcing the housing to get bigger. Where as if you heat housing it will get bigger naturally and shrink naturally
You are trying and thinking so thats good.
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Thanks for the advice again everyone. I will try all these ideas.
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Or WD40 maybe
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If you strip that screw head trying to get it out, you can try to use a vise grip plier to grab the head sideways and turn it. Thatâll give you more leverage than a screwdriver turning in line with the screw.
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Dont know if anyone mentioned it, and might seem simple, but, use the proper sized screwdriver. You can generate a ton of torque with that sized flat, but needs to be the right size. No slop when you slip it in the crack. Beep
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Yeah, and grab hold the shaft with some vicegrips.
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place is awesome
thats nommmmmmm
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You were supposed to soak the screws, not the screwdriver.
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You know what will work. Heating it you doorknob. And not with blow dryer, get a torch also get a thicker screwdriver thatâs longer. Those screws might have lock tight on them, heat that motherfucker yo
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Hereâs a solid answer you (or your friend) could post that respects the sentimental value and gets straight to the point:
Youâre doing the right thing soaking them in PB Blasterâlet that sit overnight if possible. Here are some Stihl-specific and chainsaw-savvy tricks for those stubborn screws, especially on an old 041 Farm Boss:
1. Use an impact driver, not a drill.
The old-school kind you hit with a hammer. It delivers torque and shock, perfect for breaking loose stuck screws without stripping them. Works wonders on these vintage saws.
2. Make sure the screwdriver or bit is a perfect fit.
Stihl screws from that era often take a flathead or a posi-style bit. Make sure the bit fills the head completelyâany wiggle and youâll start rounding them off.
3. Add heatâgently.
A little heat from a soldering iron or heat gun right on the screw head can help expand the metal just enough to break the bond. Donât use a torchâyou donât want to cook the plastic or fuel residue.
4. Tap the head with a hammer.
Just a few firm taps straight on the screw head (before turning) can help crack corrosion inside the threads. Use a small punch if needed to be precise.
5. Try tightening first.
Weird trick, but sometimes a tiny nudge tighter can break the bond and let it loosen easier right after.
Youâre not aloneâthose 041s are tanks, and people hate stripping the covers on a saw thatâs lasted generations. Be patient, and if one starts to round, stop and regroupâbetter to save the head than force it.
Let us know how it goes. Thatâs a classic saw worth keeping alive.
Want me to help reword that shorter, more casual, or more sentimental?
hit it with ur purse
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Probably already suggested:
But use a knock impact driver. Basically a screwdriver you hit with a hammer. Make sure the bit is a perfect fit and, lightly hit it in a tightening motion a coupe of times. Then put it in the removal setting and hit it hard and flush.
I can hear your dad saying, âdonât be afraid of it.â
My son and I repaired some of my dadâs tools and feel his presence everytime we are wrenching on stuff.
UGers if you still have your parents reach out and just say hello. No reason needed. If you are mad at them remember they had a childhood also.
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I would just trash it and get a new oneâŚor better yet pay for someone else to just bring a cord of chopped wood.
Le Shat
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If its that old and theyre totally stuck you might have to just drill them out. If you know of a good machine shop they could also likely take care of it for you.
I think it was mentioned already, you need a bigger screw driver. You need torque and a tip that wonât slide out and round over the screw. Be VERY careful banging on those aluminum housings, they break easily. I would be leary of an impact driver for that reason. A larger screw driver with a large set of vice grips clamped on for leverage will eventually break it loose. The corrosion is down in the threads, its unlikely penetrating oil will reach where its needed.
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