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martipr
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Jul 11, 2014

Stripped Threads

My TT is typical laminated wall construction and many places where items are fastened with screws are stripped out. Since the screw threads only have the thin laminate and foam to grip that is no surprise, especially since most are installed by indifferent assembly workers. My concern though is how to repair the screw holes. I know sometimes screws can be replaced with larger screws but that sometimes is not possible. I am sure this is a very common problem. I would like to hear what repair methods have been used. My most pressing problem is #4 screws mounting an item that cannot use larger screws to the outside wall. Ideas appreciated.
  • 4aSong wrote:
    We Cant Wait wrote:
    Toothpick's coated with Super Glue GEL, shoved into the hole, use enough so last one is sort of forced in. Allow to dry and then drill a SMALL pilot hole for the screw to go into.


    X2


    X3 - but I usually use Elmer's. BTW, who has matchsticks anymore?
  • We Cant Wait wrote:
    Toothpick's coated with Super Glue GEL, shoved into the hole, use enough so last one is sort of forced in. Allow to dry and then drill a SMALL pilot hole for the screw to go into.

    I would have said match sticks, they're larger in diameter.
  • We Cant Wait wrote:
    Toothpick's coated with Super Glue GEL, shoved into the hole, use enough so last one is sort of forced in. Allow to dry and then drill a SMALL pilot hole for the screw to go into.


    X2
  • 1. Fill the hole with wood putty, let it dry and reapply the screw.

    2. Put a toothpick or two in the hole to take up space and reapply the screw.

    3. Use a molley bolt screw.

    4. You might even try filling the hole with liquid nails, let it dry and then reapply the screw. (that's what I've used in the past).
  • Toothpick's coated with Super Glue GEL, shoved into the hole, use enough so last one is sort of forced in. Allow to dry and then drill a SMALL pilot hole for the screw to go into.