Extract Broken Bolt from Gate Post
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WHAT THE HECK CRUSHED OUR FARM GATE?? CHUPACABRA!!!!
What happens here
After painting, address any damaged or broken components on the gate post. The video shows a broken bolt needing extraction. First, use a punch to mark the center of the broken bolt, then drill a small pilot hole. Gradually increase the drill bit size to enlarge the hole. Use an easy-out or screw extractor with a T-handle or an adjustable wrench to firmly grip and carefully extract the broken bolt by rotating counter-clockwise. Exercise caution to avoid further damage to the threads inside the post.
Goal: Remove any broken fasteners from the gate post to prepare for new hardware installation.
Tools and materials
- Cordless Drill DeWalt — Drilling pilot holes and enlarging them
- Drill Bits — Drilling into the broken bolt
- Easy-Out / Screw Extractor Set IRWIN — Extracting the broken bolt
- Punch — Marking the center of the broken bolt for drilling
- T-Handle Wrench — Providing leverage for the easy-out/extractor
- Vice Grip Adjustable Wrench — Gripping the extractor for stubborn bolts