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    Stripped GPU heatsink screw

    Discussion in '2015+ Alienware 13 / 15 / 17' started by Chimaster7, Jan 11, 2017.

  1. Chimaster7

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    Hi guys i was trying to do a repaste on my alienware 17R4 however the last two screws i need to remove where so stuck they got stripped i was using a PH01 screwdriver. you guys have any tips on how to remove them and replace them? tried pentelope and flathead.
     
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  2. zergslayer69

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    Oh yikes, I always use either PH00 or PH0 at biggest. So just keep that in mind for future reference. I've seen people use tiny drillbits and such to extract a screw, but never personally done such a procedure. Maybe someone else can chime in.
     
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  3. ThatOldGuy

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    I have a micro grab-it that I have used on very small screws. About 3mm heads and it worked for me.

    https://www.amazon.com/Alden-4507P-Grabit-Broken-Extractor/dp/B000Q60UOO
     
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  4. SUADE8880

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    Try making a slot across by using a dremel. That way you can use a flat head screw driver to take it out. Always works for me. Good luck!
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  5. zeroibis

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    See:
     
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  6. rinneh

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    Put a thin rubberband between the screw and screwdriver is often possible too, to make some grip.
     
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  7. abdullah_mag

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    nice tip
     
    abdullah_mag, Jan 13, 2017
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