Demonstrate External Extractor on Rounded Bolts
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What happens here
A demo block containing severely rounded and rusty bolts is presented. The presenter uses a conventional non-slip socket on one of these bolts, demonstrating that it simply slips off without engaging, failing to remove the fastener. This highlights the limitations of standard tools when faced with extensively damaged or rusted fasteners. The presenter then switches to a Grip Edge external extractor.
Goal: Showcase the effectiveness of Grip Edge external extractors on severely rounded bolts.
Tools and materials
- Conventional Non-Slip Socket — Comparison with Grip Edge's design
- Demo Block with Rusty Bolts Grip Edge — Demonstrating removal of damaged fasteners
- Grip Edge External Extractor Grip Edge — Removing the damaged bolt
- Hammer — To seat the external extractor onto the rounded bolt
- Ratchet Handle — Operating the socket and extractor