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    The screws that BCM uses are not shitty. The issue is that all screws of that type and design are prone to be stripped. Then they add red Loc-tite to the screws which means they need to be heated in order to break down the Loc-tite. The problem is you were doing something that you weren't qualified to be doing.

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    I just ordered a new VLTOR Gas Block and my buddy who knows what he's doing will handle getting the last set screw out of the BCM Gas Block. If the BCM gas block is not totally shot I will ask them to send me two set screws and use it later. If it's worthless that's on me and the shitty soft set screws BCM uses in their GAS Blocks. I guess gas blocks of this type are single use and not built to be taken off.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Iraqgunz View Post
    The screws that BCM uses are not shitty. The issue is that all screws of that type and design are prone to be stripped. Then they add red Loc-tite to the screws which means they need to be heated in order to break down the Loc-tite. The problem is you were doing something that you weren't qualified to be doing.
    You sure they don't use rockset on those? That may explain why heat doesn't even seem to help.


    If it is the case hot water does the trick.

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    Pretty sure since I built a few dozen or so of them.

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    You sure they don't use rockset on those? That may explain why heat doesn't even seem to help.


    If it is the case hot water does the trick.



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    I can guarantee that those screws reached 450F within 30 seconds of that torch hitting them. I bet what's holding them is the self locking feature of these set screws. You want something to not come loose during use? It's going to be hard to remove.

    IG, what's the best way to remove them?

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    Whenever I have had to remove them they were slowly heated and then I use a bit with a handle and not just a standard wrench.

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    I can guarantee that those screws reached 450F within 30 seconds of that torch hitting them. I bet what's holding them is the self locking feature of these set screws. You want something to not come loose during use? It's going to be hard to remove.

    IG, what's the best way to remove them?



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    I've definitely had better luck using Snap-On quality hex drivers in a ratchet vs. t-handle. I like to add heat to socket screws via a soldering iron vs. a propane torch.
    Last edited by AKDoug; 12-02-12 at 02:11.

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    I agree with the "I was doing something I'm not qualified to be doing statement" I guess you live and learn. I placed a order last night with Bravo Company to correct my **** up.
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    The hex of set type screws are always easily stripped. When I have to fuss with them, I usually take the Allen key to a grinder before hand and grind away until the Allen key is flat and any worn corners are removed to get the best bite possible.

    If I have the straight Allen keys, I will tap them with a hammer while carefully turning to break the screws loose
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    I wasn't trying to be harsh but I get a little annoyed when people damage something or mess something up and then point fingers at the product or a company.

    Many people think that they can just start wrenching in stuff when they may not understand how something was put together.

    Case in point another site I am on a guy recently broke the ear off his lower. I told him to contact me if he had any questions and wanted tips. Then he complained when broke.

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    I agree with the "I was doing something I'm not qualified to be doing statement" I guess you live and learn. I placed a order last night with Bravo Company to correct my **** up.



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    I didn't take it as you being harsh.... It's may bad for stating that it was the mfg. quality that caused part of the issue. I think the bottom line for me at least is that unless you know what you're doing this is something that a novice should seek out someone that knows what they are doing.
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