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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 23 Aug 2014 21:36 #644956

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On my 77' KZ1000A I'm trying to remove the small slotted set screw that holds the fork lock. It's frozen and have sprayed it several times with PB blaster to help loosen but not working. I don't have small enough impact driver bit to fit it. Any suggestions besides drilling the set screw? Is there a narrower impact driver bit I could find?
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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 23 Aug 2014 22:22 #644958

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Maybe try heating the area around the screw with a propane torch,then cool it down with the pb blaster. ;)
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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 24 Aug 2014 00:40 #644966

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If you have a spare bit, why not grind it to what you need?
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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 24 Aug 2014 02:52 #644968

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Don't have a spare bit. Does someone know a source where you can purchase narrower or smaller ones? Think I'll go down to Harbor Freight and purchase a propane torch.
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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 24 Aug 2014 07:03 #644974

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Kano Kroil is supposed to be a really good penetrant.
Liquid Wrench penetrating spray lubricant is also good --- it did better than the pbb in a couple of tests. pbblaster has a catchier name & wam-pow label, though. :)

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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 24 Aug 2014 09:30 #644979

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Red's outstrips (pun intended) every other bolt loosener out there......mix 50% Auto Trans Fluid and %50 Acetone and apply.....and Hey Presto :silly:
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Removing Stubborn Set Screw??? 24 Aug 2014 09:59 #644983

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I read that recently on the internet seemingly to have great results. Worth a try and certainly a lot cheaper. Thanks !!!
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