It looks like you are using an ad blocker. That's okay. Who doesn't? But without advertising revenue, we can't keep making this site awesome. Click the link below for instructions on disabling adblock.
Welcome to the Newschoolers forums! You may read the forums as a guest, however you must be a registered member to post.
Register to become a member today!
i am trying to remove my bindings on my pivot 14s and the screws are stripped super badly. Is there any way u can remove them without hurting the ski, like I can’t get even a screwdriver in there
You need a number 3 posi drive bit if you don't have one. Also putting the tip of a soldering iron on the screw head can help loosen the epoxy in the screw holes.
try using a flat head screwdriver, it should work if there’s still a little bit of groove left, and if not you can use a mallet to pound the screwdriver in
Could use a bit that is the same diameter as the screw head and completely drill out the "head" of the screw.
The goal would be to drill through the head of the screw until you hit the binding plate, leaving just the binding mounting hole, and the "post" of the screw. The binding is probably a harder metal than the screw, so it should hold up long enough to completely drill out the head
Or take em to a reputable ski shop and see what they have to say. By no means are these gone for good
QuaggyCould use a bit that is the same diameter as the screw head and completely drill out the "head" of the screw.
The goal would be to drill through the head of the screw until you hit the binding plate, leaving just the binding mounting hole, and the "post" of the screw. The binding is probably a harder metal than the screw, so it should hold up long enough to completely drill out the head
Or take em to a reputable ski shop and see what they have to say. By no means are these gone for good
The ski shop I took em to refused to work on them and I need them in hella good shape as I’m trading these for brand new edollos
It looks like a 3/8 drill bit is the exact same diameter as the head of the screw and mounting hole on the binding.
Get yourself a carbide 3/8 drill bit, secure your skis and drill straight down into the head of the screw, stopping occasionally to determine if you have removed the entire head of the screw....
Proceed with caution though OP!
QuaggyIt looks like a 3/8 drill bit is the exact same diameter as the head of the screw and mounting hole on the binding.
Get yourself a carbide 3/8 drill bit, secure your skis and drill straight down into the head of the screw, stopping occasionally to determine if you have removed the entire head of the screw....
Proceed with caution though OP!
Can I just go thru with just this drill bit or do I have to start with a smaller one and work my way up?
SchizoSkierCan I just go thru with just this drill bit or do I have to start with a smaller one and work my way up?
I would recommend starting with a smaller carbide bit, that way you are not removing as much material at once.
I would think 3-bit sizes would do it... something like a 3/32 to start, followed by an 11/64, and then finishing up with a 3/8.
Fuck using a screwdriver. I have a number 2 phillips 3/8" socket bit that I put on a socket wrench and that mf will rip screws right out of any binding no matter how stuck they're in there. Used to have to put all my weight into screwdrivers and then my dad said to use a socket wrench and it changed my life. Also I recommend heating the screws up if you can to warm up the glue. Either wax the ski a bit or stick a soldering iron on the screw. You can also stick something like paper or a rubber band in between the bit and screw to increase friction.
QuaggyI would recommend starting with a smaller carbide bit, that way you are not removing as much material at once.
I would think 3-bit sizes would do it... something like a 3/32 to start, followed by an 11/64, and then finishing up with a 3/8.
QuaggyI would recommend starting with a smaller carbide bit, that way you are not removing as much material at once.
I would think 3-bit sizes would do it... something like a 3/32 to start, followed by an 11/64, and then finishing up with a 3/8.
probably won't need to go up to 3/8 since the head is tapered, drill down deep enough and the head will just fall off. either 1/4 or 5/16 I think would do it.
This is some big brain shit definitely gonna try this
jompcockFuck using a screwdriver. I have a number 2 phillips 3/8" socket bit that I put on a socket wrench and that mf will rip screws right out of any binding no matter how stuck they're in there. Used to have to put all my weight into screwdrivers and then my dad said to use a socket wrench and it changed my life. Also I recommend heating the screws up if you can to warm up the glue. Either wax the ski a bit or stick a soldering iron on the screw. You can also stick something like paper or a rubber band in between the bit and screw to increase friction.
Did you not follow this advice, Hayden?
This would have saved you so many issues. It doesn’t seem like much but it makes a huge difference. GL or RIP. Not sure which to say
ASSholebomber22You need a number 3 posi drive bit if you don't have one. Also putting the tip of a soldering iron on the screw head can help loosen the epoxy in the screw holes.
BradFiAusNzCoCaDid you not follow this advice, Hayden?
This would have saved you so many issues. It doesn’t seem like much but it makes a huge difference. GL or RIP. Not sure which to say
No I meant something else by the question. I am still drilling through the screws and I already got 2 out almost 3.
SchizoSkierBro how do I get these screws out like actually they are completely smooth at the top now
shoot to Lowes or depot, they make a removal kit that bores into the screw, then you change the bit, it catches the new threads and will remove them safely. You'll need new hardware, but you already do so no harm in fucking around to find out
DONT SLEEP ON MEEEEE RAAAAHAHHHHHHHHHH 🔥🔥🔥🔥 @BradFiAusNzCoCa this what happens when u sleep on me. YALL DOUBTED ME. I MADE THAT SHIT HAPPEN BRO DONT. SLEEP. ON SCHIZOSKIER. also huge shoutout to @AlexHallsEyebrow for coaching me thru this entire process
Use a pozidriv #3 next time. It will save you hours of work lmao
Glad it worked out
SchizoSkierDONT SLEEP ON MEEEEE RAAAAHAHHHHHHHHHH 🔥🔥🔥🔥 @BradFiAusNzCoCa this what happens when u sleep on me. YALL DOUBTED ME. I MADE THAT SHIT HAPPEN BRO DONT. SLEEP. ON SCHIZOSKIER. also huge shoutout to @AlexHallsEyebrow for coaching me thru this entire process
Oh man, dealing with stripped binding screws can be a total buzzkill, especially when you can't even get a screwdriver in there. But fear not. There are a couple of DIY tricks that might just save the day.First, try the rubber band trick. Grab a wide rubber band or a piece of rubber from an old inner tube. Place it over the stripped screw, press down firmly, and then turn it counterclockwise. Sometimes, that added grip from the rubber can work wonders.If that doesn't do the trick, here's another nugget of wisdom: I found this online store that specializes in bolts and screws. They might have some specialty tools or alternative solutions to help you out.
Good job, bot. Posting a link to an Aussie company that seemingly only ships in australia to a website where most users live outside of Australia.
MollyLyonsOh man, dealing with stripped binding screws can be a total buzzkill, especially when you can't even get a screwdriver in there. But fear not. There are a couple of DIY tricks that might just save the day.First, try the rubber band trick. Grab a wide rubber band or a piece of rubber from an old inner tube. Place it over the stripped screw, press down firmly, and then turn it counterclockwise. Sometimes, that added grip from the rubber can work wonders.If that doesn't do the trick, here's another nugget of wisdom: I found this online store that specializes in bolts and screws. They might have some specialty tools or alternative solutions to help you out.
tutipupsprobably less time than getting money to buy a whole new setup again
You probably drilled the wrong direction lmao. CCW is what goes “in” for the bit on those stripped thread extraction kits. At least that’s how mine is.
weastcoatYou probably drilled the wrong direction lmao. CCW is what goes “in” for the bit on those stripped thread extraction kits. At least that’s how mine is.
those skis were done anyway, buying a brand new setup tonight
