SCREW EXTRACTION HELP!

[Tim Powell]

Hey Crew.
Need some help or a tip on how to extract the screws holding the lens on the body of the tail lamps. Also is there a hot trick on removing the insides to refurbish a set of trailer lights for my Jeep wagon.
I'm afraid to tap on or apply too much pressure on the cast aluminum housings. Any help would be appreciated.

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[just me]

Kroil. Soak and wait. Then ease them out like you were running a tap. Turn out a bit then turn in some to clear any goop in the threads. Kroil some more. I ended up tossing one of mine that just wasn't going to let go of the inner fixture. They were cheaper to replace than the time I was beginning to spend on that one.

[Tim Powell]

I have some "Kroil" left, but it's not even wanting to work. Maybe if they sit over night? We'll see.

[Elwood]

Try some heat and paraffin wax.

[Tim Powell]

Hi Elwood.
Thought about a little heat. Never heard of using paraffin wax. I'll give it a try!
Thank you!

[DJ]

Let the Kroil set for several or more days,keep applyimg daily,it needs to" creep" into the threads.

[Tim Powell]

Will do "DJ". Got more time than money!

[skinnedknuckles]

Tim, when you use Kroil remember to lightly tap on the screw and the housing in the affected area even just with a small hammer and punch. this will allow some vibration to take place and that's what Kroil likes to help it creep into the threads.
Paul

[Tim Powell]

Thanks Paul!
A Friend who is an outboard motor mechanic said the same thing. Even suggested an impact driver you tap with a hammer.
Right now everything is in the "soaking" mode. Getting ready for tomorrow's parade.
Thanks for all the suggestions Guys!! Cheers.