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Dealing with Slot-headed Screws
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Bob J
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I just finished installing slot screws to reassemble the gauges in the dash. It is tight and very difficult to start screws into their appointed holes. A magnetic screwdriver helps, but they still slip and fall off before the thread can start, leading to many adult words.
I found using some chassis grease on the screw's slot helps it stay attached to the screwdriver and stabilizes it enough to stick and stay until you can get the 1st few turns initiated.
Hope this helps others,
Bob J.

Posted on: 5/12 18:52
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Re: Dealing with Slot-headed Screws
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Packardbarry
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SUPER-GLUE screw to screwdriver

Posted on: 5/12 18:56
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Re: Dealing with Slot-headed Screws
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Dads 56
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Have you tried a slotted screw starter? They work very well
Available at Grainger , NAPA & Amazon
Click to see original Image in a new window

Posted on: 5/12 18:59
1956 Packard Executive 2 door hard top (5677A)
1956 Clipper Deluxe Touring Sedan (5622)(parts car)
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Re: Dealing with Slot-headed Screws
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John Sauser
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Dad's 56
I have 3 of those screw holders, one I cut down to 2 inches for working behind the dash in close quarters.
One is made for holding philips head screws.
John

Posted on: 5/13 12:57
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