Manix 2 Lightweight clip screw help!

[aquaman67]

I just got a Casey Lynch titanium clip for my Manix 2 lightweight.

The clip screw just spins.

One side is torx the other side is smooth.

I’m guessing it’s loctited.

If that’s the case - how can I safely heat the FRN without melting it?

Will boiling water melt FRN?

Thanks in advance.

[JuPaul]

I've learned here to loosen loctite on screws with a soldering iron directly on the head of the screw, careful to avoid over heating the g10/frn. Just hold the iron on the screw for like 5 seconds, then check the screw, then repeat if necessary. Seems like you'll need something to help hold the smooth side in place, though.

[RustyIron]

The fastener is flat on one side, and the hole has a flat spot to match. The fastener should not rotate in the hole. If I needed to repair such a problem, I'd cut a slot with a Dremel, and then use a flat blade screwdriver to remove it. If you do a pretty job, you could reuse the fastener.

[aquaman67]

The fastener is flat on one side, and the hole has a flat spot to match. The fastener should not rotate in the hole. If I needed to repair such a problem, I'd cut a slot with a Dremel, and then use a flat blade screwdriver to remove it. If you do a pretty job, you could reuse the fastener.

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Interesting.

Thank you.

Seems the scales are buggered up inside.

If I do manage to get it apart - it won’t tighten down either. Without the above mentioned slot technique.