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Re: Carb screws
Reply #30 - 08/13/11 at 20:49:34
 
In addition to the many good techniques that have already been shared here:

My usual technique with the screws on Japanese carbs is to use care when unscrewing them for the first time, as they're generally stuck on there pretty good and it is easy to foul the heads.

I use a JIS screwdriver on them:





If the screws are particularly obstinate, I use some Grip Doctor I've had banging around the garage for years:





I've heard that valve lapping compound, or even Ajax or Comet abrasive cleaners work well, too.

If I did not damage the OEM carb screws on removal, I reuse them.  When I put the screws back in, I always treat the threads with some Anti-Seize.  I make sure some of the Anti-Seize gets smeared underneath the screw head....something I never do for any other application.  I never have any problems after that.

JM2CW!
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Re: Carb screws
Reply #31 - 08/13/11 at 20:52:49
 
As long as we're talking about stubborn little screws, does anyone have any experience with one of these?:

Screw Pliers

Sure looks like the ticket....IF it works as advertised!
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Re: Carb screws
Reply #32 - 08/13/11 at 21:12:00
 
Id try it, but I wouldnt be shocked if it didnt work as well as I Wished it would.

Heey Now!! Next ime Im struggling with a crummy screw, I may just JB weld a screwdriver tip in it,, then come rip it out tomorrow,,
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