[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Gunsmithing Question

Posted: 3/19/2009 4:08:55 PM EDT

I was installing a TAPCO collapsable stock on my Saiga 12. I overtightened the grip and the bolt broke. Now I have to figure out how to unscrew the bolt, minus the head, out of the stock so that I can put put a new screw in.

I'll have to admit, I've had happier thoughts.

Does anyone have any suggestions on the easiest way to do this? Is it possible without having a vise to hold the shotgun?

Thanks for any ideas.

Posted: 3/20/2009 7:54:39 PM EDT

[#1]

Can you reach it with a drill? If yes, drill it, easy out it. Sold at any home store/hardware store.

Posted: 3/20/2009 10:28:33 PM EDT

[#2]

You can try and easy-out, or a left-hand dril bit. They will sometimes grab it enough to twist it out.

If you have the length, the easy out thing is usually the best option though.

Posted: 3/20/2009 10:35:29 PM EDT

[#3]

If the head snapped off the bolt, shouldn't the grip/stock slide off the shank of the remaining bolt? There may be enough shank left to grab with vice grips.

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