OK what is the trick to getting these things loose? I need to adjust them. I assume the are somewhat adjustable correct? I have applied PB Blaster a couple of time during the week. Tried a big screwdriver while tapping with a hammer etc....

Almost ready to just drill them out and move on.

Thanks,

Jeff

 

I couldn't move mine either they just stripped out. I ended up tach welding a Philips head bit into the head of the screw head and that allowed me to unscrew it.

 

I forget what they are called. You can insert your size phillips into it, hit it with a hammer on the back. It will turn in or out depending on your selection. The hammer causes the phillips to stay seated, and gives it tons of force to turn the screw. Used to do it the hard way, but broke down and got the tool one day. One of those things you kick yourself for not getting years before. You should really get it, especially if you are the one putting them back on. A slider that moves after paint can break a heart in a hurry.

 

they call them impact drivers. that may work for you. it is because they have to be torqued down alot to hold all the pounding that it gets

 

maybe my door keeps becoming un-aligned because it isn't torqued down enough

 

Sure is a job for an impact tool...
Same thing when you put it back on

You could always use Allen type bolts for those of you that indulge in Restomod...
Lot easier to deal with.

 

I have the impact screwdriver and it didn't work for me.

 

You need to hit it good.
Use a 3lbs hammer, don't be shy...

If this doesn't work, then you'll have to weld a regular bolt to the screws or use a torch to heat it up loose.

 

Think I'm going to go the tack weld way. Sounds way cheaper than the impact driver. I know CJ sells the screws for 3.00. Thanks for all of the ideas everybody!

 

I had access to the back of mine, inside the pillar, I drilled my screws out, broke away the retaining bracket, pulled all debris out, installed new screws and backs, tacked the retaining bracket back on. Worked well enough I'd do it again if I had to.