(05-09-2020, 02:18 AM)fromFDMtoSLA Wrote: any progress with the screws?Unfortunately, not yet. Sorry I haven't replied before, but I wanted something to actually say!
So, I decided to try this tool on ebay called a Damaged Distorted Hex Allen Key Bolt Screw Extractor, and I was hopeful this would do the job without damaging the thread. Due to coronavirus, it only arrived yesterday, but when I tried it, the black housing prevents the tool getting in far enough, so that's a fail!
I think I've decided to leave it for now, as I know some engineers who will no doubt rise to the challenge, but difficult to arrange during lock-down. Hopefully another 4 weeks and we'll have more freedom.
I like the idea of replacing the hex screws with bolts as per the video as this will prevent the issue happening again. Perhaps it should of been designed like that in the first place, even if it does look a little ugly.
I'll update when I have more news