Hey, Im Dave, and welcome back to another episode of Gear up with Greggs.
Today well be getting a grip on bolt and screw extraction.
Now, weve all been there, a rounded off, rusted tight, or painted over bolt can leave us a little red in the face.
No matter what you do, it doesnt seem to budge.
So how do you remove it when your usual tools just cant get a grip?
Well, thats where Hansons Bolt Extractors come in.
These sockets are specifically designed to remove those hard to get bolts.
With their reverse spiral design, they cut into the bolt, providing maximum gripping power
along with quick and easy removal.
Let me show you how these extractors work.
Say you have a rusted bolt, like this one.
If you havent already done so, youll want to use a penetrant to help out with the removal process.
For this demonstration, well spray a little LPS onto the bolt.
Place your extractor socket over the bolt, you will actually have to tap it into place on your stuck bolt,
Attach your tool and turn counterclockwise.
You should be able to feel the difference as the extractor socket bites into the bolt
and breaks the bolt away from its rusty grave.
Add more penetrant if needed and continue turning until the bolt loosens enough to twist the rest by hand.
See this bolt we just extracted?
Now it’s stuck in our extractor, which means we need to punch it out from the opposite side.
Keep in mind, these extractors will only work on bolts that still have a head
even if those heads are worn completely round or painted so much their original pattern is missing.
If the bolt head breaks off?
dont worry!
We have a solution for that coming up later!
So how exactly does this bolt extractor work?
Well, remember how the bolt extractor bites into the head of a stripped or stubborn bolt?
It does this with its spiral design!
This provides you with the grip you need to extract even the most stubborn bolt.
The Hanson bolt extractors design works with all types of tools.
They can be used with socket wrenches, flat wrenches, or impact wrenches,
making these extractors handy to have around in case of emergency.
Theyre also made from carbon steel, which means that these extractors are going to last
a long time and hold up to a lot of wear and tear.
Whether you need a full kit or individual bolt extractors, here at Greggs, we have got you covered.
Now, remember that broken bolt head?
Dont worry, I havent forgotten, after all, nothing is more frustrating than finally getting
a grip on that rusted bolt only to have it snap it off!
Now well grab our Proto Screw Extractors.
These are used on bolts, screws, or studs that have had the head either completely broken off
or worn so badly that your Hason bolt extractor cant get a grip on it.
So how does this work?
These screw extractors are made to bite into a hole that you drill down the middle of a seized bolt, screw, or stud.
First, well center punch the middle of the broken part that needs to be removed.
Then, select an appropriately sized drill bit that matches the screw extractor you have chosen.
One handy tip that you might want to try is using a lefthanded drill bit.
If your broken part is not too tight, the drill bit might be able to remove it on its own.
If not, its up to the extractors to finish the job!
Once your hole is drilled, carefully tap the extractor into the hole.
It might take a few attempts, since youll need to find the right amount of force to
tap the extractor in with.
Not enough force, and the extractor wont bite into the hole.
Too much force and you could exert too much outward pressure, causing the bolt to become even more stuck!
Now, with either a tap handle or wrench, turn the extractor in a counterclockwise direction,
which should remove the broken piece.
Dont forget to keep trying your favorite penetrating oil, and maybe even some heat from a torch
if its safe to do so.
The Proto Screw extractors are durable, easy to use, and heat treated for strength but
be careful!
Even though they are strong, on the slim chance you break off an extractor in a stuck bolt,
youll have a tough time getting it back out.
Now, you may have noticed the numbers stamped onto the sides of the extractor.
Well, these show what drill bit size you should be using with each extractor.
Pretty Handy!
But lets get back to this bolt!
Another option for removing this is the Viking Hi Carbon Steel Spiral Screw and Pipe Extractors.
Made from forged, hicarbon steel, these extractors will cut through even the toughest of bolts.
The spiral shape gives these extractors the ability to remove broken bolts, screws, and
pipes without causing damage to the threads.
Its the same process as the Proto Screw Extractors.
Punch or drill a hole, tap the extractor in place, and start turning!
Once the extractor has gotten a good hold on that broken part, you can turn out the rest manually.
Now, this is all great, but what if you have to remove a rusted or stuck nut, but not the bolt?
Well, youre in luck!
As long as your nut is easily accessible, the best option is to split the nut in half,
and Performance Tools Heavy Duty Nut Splitter is what you need for the job.
Think of this like a compact wood splitter.
On one side it has a hardened chisel point, which is what will be doing the splitting.
On the other, it has an internal bolt that will apply pressure to the nut the more you turn it.
Using this tool is fairly simple.
Set the tool over the nut, making sure to line up the chisel point with the flat side of the nut.
Use a wrench of your choosing to tighten the bolt on the nut splitter, making sure to keep
the tool as stable as possible.
It might help to hold the tool in place with a second wrench as you apply more pressure.
Once youve applied enough pressure to cut through one flat, unscrew the splitter and
do the same to the flat on the opposite side of the nut.
Once youve split both sides, the nut should practically fall off!
who knew it was this easy to bust a nut
This heavy duty nut splitter is sturdy and stable, plated to resist corrosion, and sure to last.
And if this tool cant get the job done, dont forget about the Enerpac Hydraulic Nut Cutters.
This tool can cut through almost any nut!
If you want to know more about bolt extraction, please dont hesitate to call in.
Or, if you prefer using the internet, you can visit our website at greggdistributors.ca.
Again, Im Dave and I want to thank you for watching another episode of Gear up with Greggs.