Okay - one shim dropped out completely from my BT3000 --- and another shim is severly torn and bent --- and will drop out, soon.
I ordered parts. Sears sent the wrong screws for the four screws that hold the guide to the motor.
Then - I noticed that one of the machine screws holding the guide - was stripped.
(guessing there have been previous attempts to replace the shims)
Here's where the problems start:
a) I ordered screw extractor kit from Harbor Freight --- big mistake. Drill bit broke almost immediately.
b) I'm now stuck with broken shims, and a partially rounded-out screw --- with a broken drill bit.
How the heck do I get this dang screw out???
I'm not a machinist, and don't really want to tear down my bt3000 and take it to one.
Comment - ryobi seems to have used some really crappy quality screws.
I ordered parts. Sears sent the wrong screws for the four screws that hold the guide to the motor.
Then - I noticed that one of the machine screws holding the guide - was stripped.
(guessing there have been previous attempts to replace the shims)
Here's where the problems start:
a) I ordered screw extractor kit from Harbor Freight --- big mistake. Drill bit broke almost immediately.
b) I'm now stuck with broken shims, and a partially rounded-out screw --- with a broken drill bit.
How the heck do I get this dang screw out???
I'm not a machinist, and don't really want to tear down my bt3000 and take it to one.
Comment - ryobi seems to have used some really crappy quality screws.
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