Broken Bolt Extractors and Drill Bits

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In a recent SMA video • Removing A Broken Brak... I removed a broken brake bleeder. In the comment section of that video a lot of you asked what kind of broken bolt extractors I used. So much so that i could not answer all of them! So by popular demand here is a video showing you a few of my extraction devices I use. I highlight some of the features I like and dislike about each kind. I also show some of the drills and drill bits I like to use.
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@wyattoneable 7 лет назад

I have that same Blue Point set. I haven't used it much (thanks God). Torx bits...now there's something I haven't thought of. Thanks again for making my Sunday morning just a little better. Oh crap, it's Monday already! I always learn something if I pay attention.

@colemanbonner 3 года назад

I got the snap-on 48-pc master extractor set, (Irwin made) simply because of the warranty service. The left-hand drill bits in that set are Irwin m42 8% cobalt bits, and a GODSEND for heat-hardened manifold bolts.

@TheCrewdawg692 6 лет назад

Being a prior Acft . mechanic the Johnson bar was my Favorites for removing leading edge slats tons of broken screws. Thanks for your tool selection always good learning from other Professionals.

@ianlawrie919 6 лет назад

Thank you Sir. Excellent informative and inspiring video. Have just bought myself a straight fluted set, couldn't figure it out, saw your show from over the pond there, Most impressed! Shall be viewing some more avidly. Cheers. Ian

@bryanlevesque2888 7 лет назад

Thank you Erick O. for this video. I watched it 2 days AFTER I broke an easyout off in one of my busted bolts 2 weeks ago. Took it to a shop and they removed my bolts. However, last night while putting the exhaust manifolds back on, I noticed they forgot to remove one. It was pretty far down, and I had already drilled a hole. I was upset, but then I remembered what you said about torque bits! I grabbed a longer T-15, smashed it down in and slowly removed it. I'm doing a head job on a V10 Excursion myself because of your videos! Thank You from WA State, 2700 miles away!

@5abivt 2 года назад

Excellent video thank you ! Had an npt steel plug sit very tight in a cylinder head and stripped it out (was a hex) I think due to the high temp thread sealant on there. Waited several days now gathering up info on how to proceed. I settled on two different sets of the straight flutes and your vid and experience (which is obvious in hearing you talk 🙌🏼) has made me confident I’ll be able to pull it out easily and that I chose the correct tools for the job. 👍🏼👍🏼

@Patrick_Gray 3 года назад

Very good! I owned an air conditioning and radiator shop for 30 years. Bolt together radiators with aluminum tanks were a nightmare. The steel bolts would seize up. I had Snap-On sets just as you showed. I also found the kit with the straight extractors worked better than the tapered extractors. We used heat when ever we could.

@rayp.454 7 лет назад

Saw your store for the first time. Recognize a lot of the tools you use. I'll buy what I can. Thanks Eric.

@ourkid2000 7 лет назад

I'm always amazed at how precise you are with a torch when it comes to removing bolts.....seems like an art.

@wgmskiing 7 лет назад

Eric as a fellow NY guy this kind of info is gold. Thanks for walking us through that.

@petemiller5813 7 лет назад

Good point you raised about your third example, the tapered twister extractor. I have used them and had the same problem with them that you had, that reverse force on the o.d. of the screw. I will be buying the straight tapered type.

@soundsofnature7015 3 года назад

Good ol self made auto channel. My favorite mechanic.

@ZacVaper Месяц назад

It's "South Main", not self made.

@now534 7 лет назад

Glad im not the only one who uses Torx sockets as extractors!!!! They work great for allen headed fasteners.

@jimvogiatzis1384 5 лет назад

me to i use torx as extractors came to me natrually to use them many years now-they work very good folks

@jamiecr250r 5 лет назад

I find the spline or triple squares work wonders for rounded out allen bolts 👍

@baltsosser 3 года назад

I've used that method before when rebuilding my front forks. Very useful technique.

@fieldsofomagh 7 лет назад

Great practical advice from an experienced professional who knows the time of day.

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

it is 3:04pm when I read this

@MrBlue-ib7oi 7 лет назад

+sma - LOL!

@frankvanalthuis1867 5 лет назад

How do you give the nut a shot of oxygen when using a brazing tip?

@jamesh9678 4 года назад

I had a crank dampener bolt break inside of a 617 merc diesel, that bluepoint set got it right out. I was pretty impressed.

@paul_nwsxs 7 лет назад

great videos eric , im in the uk so most of what you do is your american cars , but im into anything automotive and realy like to watch and it gives me ideas to problem solve , as a lot of what you do does cross over to what we work on in the uk , i will admit i do own a 4x4 manufactured in the usa which i must admit i am very impressed with , better than any thing the japanese or the british have ever built keep on makeing the video they are very entertaining and do love your way of working many thanks

@stephenmcgraw3610 4 года назад

It makes a big difference when you have proper tools Eric love your shop 👍

@TheMarcball 7 лет назад

you the man, very helpful. Thanks for the inspiration ! Keep on trucking (from France) !

@TheHDPerspective 7 лет назад

really good tips! think I've used just about everyone of them. It's a bit of an art form. Nothing works like the torch!

@al52269 6 лет назад

I'm a production mechanic at Coca-Cola. Fixing industrial machine all day long. Deal with a few broken bolts during the week. Stainless steel is the worse. Great video as always. Thanks for sharing.

@dreddnott 3 года назад

The Blue-Point (Ridgid) straight fluted extractor is definitely the best one. I used my dad's from the Snap-On truck growing up and recently ordered one of my own direct from Ridgid.

@heywhyerd 4 года назад

Great information, thank you, i watched because I was having limited success with the spiral fluted as well, hate screw extractors on any bolt less than 3/8 or 8mm in diameter. So time to seek a more reliable replacement version.

@moneyparhar 5 лет назад

I think it's good idea to use antisieze when u install new exhaust bolts bcz high temp antisieze stand exhaust heat and use on any fastener and plus antisieze prevent rust

@jimbola77 7 лет назад

Excellent thank's for sharing! snap on is the way to go! I purchased a jump starter from sears 140 dollars complete junk would not even tickle a battery! returned it and got me a snap on jumper WOWWWW!!!!! had it for 5 years now man it will jump start a 18 wheeler no prob!!!!

@Freetheworldnow 6 лет назад

This tutorial is worth its weight in gold!!!!

@DA-zi6eq 7 лет назад

Nothing beats the handy torchyy/welding nut trick. That's my way to get ANY broken fasteners.

@MatHelm 7 лет назад

Good tip there with the Torx bits. Having an old jeep wrangler I use to actually drive a lot, I've managed to amass great quantity's of Torx stuff....

@normansmith7806 7 лет назад

Great video Eric. I like the Mac drill bits to , seem to hold up really good !

@chancegeorge5583 7 лет назад

Great video Eric. Never thought about using a torx bit but have had to modify a t55 and use an 8mm wrench on it to get at a pulley with no access.

@Arieeeee 7 лет назад

Bit late for me but great advice! Last month I did a bone headed thing and broke not one but 2 oil pan bolts (though to be fair, I think whoever put it there had already broken them and I just pushed it over the edge) and later an EGR valve on the exhaust part. I used a reverse drill bit and it was easy on the EGR valve because it was stuck on the valve itself. The oil pan kicked my butt though but I was able to get one out without taking off the pan...I'll live with one missing screw and there are no leaks... The hole punch is key though because getting it started is the hard part. Also, most non-mechanic drills these days have a keyless chuck and reversing can loosen it easily.

@Mikeywil0003 7 лет назад

I love these SMA videos where the subject applies to all vehicles. Your brake hardware, caliper rebuild, bolt extraction, and u joint videos are all full of GOOD information.

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

Hey look Mikey likes it!! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vYEXzx-TINc.html Haha thanks man sorry but your name made me think of this

@Mikeywil0003 7 лет назад

oh, I been hearing that since I can remember. It doesnt help that I looked just like that kid when I was little.

@Newfoundlander86 6 лет назад

Being a welder my favorite extractor is made by Lincoln electric and Miller electric hahaha. I usually use the washer and nut trick and wham bam shes out ! I usually run tig if I can though.

@donnywilcox3963 4 года назад

Just to be clear I was only asking if the heat did mess with the temper and I understand now because I use to work in a body shop and if one of my snap on or matco tools broke I just had it replaced ...people who do not know trust me you pay enough to purchase the tool that they should fix or replace any broken tools ....so sorry if you thought I was trying to bash you or anything ....can't imagine the rust you must deal with ....I live in Tennessee ...so not as bad here but still your information on removing broken fasteners .....very educational

@baxrok2. 7 лет назад

Impressive! Very helpful info. Thanks!

@Graveltrucking 7 лет назад

LOL people from the southern USA probably don't know what a rusted or broken off bolt is. I've never thought of using a torqs bit I will have to try that. Good drill bits are the key, you can never get the small bits sharp so I will go out and buy a bunch of new ones. Being skilled with a torch is also important heating shit up is a must.

@dantimek2061 6 лет назад

I'll say it again I wish you were in NJ. Experience is everything.

@stevemazzarella9259 7 лет назад

I have that BluePoint set, I love it... you can work it backwards also..

@Fireship1 7 лет назад

Great video Eric.

@richardcranium5839 7 лет назад

those square ones are the best for brass air line fittings. love the straight fluted . im like you i think the tapers expand compounding the problems. ever had a bolt ya just couldnt get out???

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

I have never broke one then not gotten it out but I have had some that I have had to just drill all the way

@alannorthcarolina1776 Год назад

Buy it once!!! Been my motto through my adult life.

@sk8er420stoner 7 лет назад

I like that you included the torx bits , but I always grab my triple squares. Probably the only reason I actually like having those things :P

@faronf2006 4 года назад

Never knew about using a TORX style bit for extracting a bolt ...good to know . Maybe the impact versions would be the better choice .

@brotherothniel5474 4 года назад

You are the real deal blessing to you

@faronf2006 4 года назад

Wow ...Great video , thanks for sharing . Always wonde what type of extractors work best for different applications .

@justinpaone2227 4 года назад

the fluted kind are my favorite and i never see them any where for sale. but haven't looked in 20 years. i'll try amazon. the benefit to those is you grip the entire stud if you drill it all the way, where as the tapered not only expand like you said, they also are only gripping maybe an 1/8th of an inch and i always snap em off. i have a husky set like your mac set. got it from home depot and its for removing broken off threaded water/gas pipe. make sense rigid would make it since thats there history.

@brianalexander960 7 лет назад

Great video Eric

@Honeypot-x9s 7 лет назад

4:00 ~beats it in further~ nice pre-valentines day advice!

@johnnysechrist6313 2 года назад

Bought those Snap On fluted ones back in the 70's....work great. Glad I had kin in snap on corporate.

@TJD293 7 лет назад

Never heard of using a Torx untill now. I'll have to try it soon. I'm in IL so it won't be long.

@aaronledford4070 4 года назад

Transfer punches work good for getting a punch mark in the center of a bolt that's broken off in a hole. Gives you a better chance of drilling in the center. I have used an end mill in a drill to make a flat surface on the broken bolt too.

@jcreep135 7 лет назад

Definitely would love to see a toolbox tour, when time permits. Thanks for what you do & helping us, the viewers.

@GettinJunkDone 7 лет назад

Good stuff Eric, now I have to go by some more tools.

@ozzstars_cars 7 лет назад

This video brought to you by Dr. Eric O, professional extractor of all things hardened.

@CallofDoobie585 Год назад

Funny how stuntman be givin eric the shit 😂. Love both channels. Salute from upstate ny

@HoppysBronco 4 года назад

The torque bit idea is awesome

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 7 лет назад

*Lisle* makes nice quality, affordable sets too. Their Honda Crank Bolt socket is exceptional.

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

more than just a Honda crank bolt socket.... spoiler alert for upcoming vid fyi

@ericcagle8780 3 года назад

Excellent video brother! Very informative! Subscribed!

@StevePhillips 6 лет назад

Thank you for the tips.

@heavylead1961 7 лет назад

for me, once i break the head off, lots of tension has released the bolt, and i often use female extractors that work fairly well when there is something to grab hold of

@2009mechanic 3 года назад

I have that exact set of Snap On Blue Point extractors. Just don't ever break one off , then you're screwed. I use the cheapo Harbor Freight torx bits in rounded out allen head screws and bolts. After about the 3rd time you just throw them away so I stock many of each size on those and they are cheap enough.

@robertappleyard7053 7 лет назад

Honda motorcycles used JIS screws from the 50's to the early 80's. Left hand drill bit is the perfect tool to remove these screws when the heads are galled. Select a bit ~ 10% smaller than the screw, drill into the cross head and be prepared - they will spin the screw out just before the bit starts to go through the head. My thought is that the tension on the head is relieved, allowing the thread to walk out.

@wftseriously6694 7 лет назад

it's nice to see how a real pro does it.. thanks for the video

@Delta3111 4 месяца назад

Good information and knowledge 💯

@satamanschmidt3428 7 лет назад

Just for future reference, the correct name for "Stubby Drill Bits" is "Screw Machine Drill Bits". McMaster-Carr is a great source for these and they really are the way to go rather than the typical Jobber's Length drills that are most common. Normally, you don't need the length of the Jobber's Length Bit and the flex that the additional length produces is counter-productive. Screw Machine Bits are the way to go.

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

yeah I added them to my store too.

@rayp.454 7 лет назад

I agree. And the best screw machine length bits are cobalt. They have a split point and don't walk when starting a drilled hole, not to mention they outlast high speed steel bits.

@CHIBA280CRV 7 лет назад

Very informative thanks.

@graemediesel2936 3 года назад

You keep costing me money, mr O. 😁 I already have a ridgid set identical to your blue point(which is excellent). Now i think i need that snap on set to complement it.

@MaxKalin 7 лет назад

Now that's an amazing point at 7:32!!! thanks for the tip!!!

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

use what ya have :)

@zombienectar 7 лет назад

Some can teach and some can do. Very rare to find someone who excels at both. What a pleasure to find my new favorite channel. Can watch for hours . Thanks Eric. Much appreciated. Hope to see a chevy squarebody diesel in there.

@derekhellam9861 7 лет назад

Ya done the torx bit too before also drove a chisel down in a brass fitting on frieghtliner brake chamber before

@emmetmyers 5 лет назад

** Pro tip* Every mechanic has torx bits. if you grind the tip flat and drill the home just under it works as a flute extractor. If you have a kit with the torx bits in it works down to a small size. Living in Wi for ten years torx bits has saved my briskets more than once.

@63256325N 6 лет назад

Thanks for the video.

@anthonyjcarolan3161 7 лет назад

good to know about it and thank you

@PaulOneel 7 лет назад

can you do a toolbox tour?

@Alpha1545 7 лет назад

Good tip with the torx bits. When a broken bolt has to come out use what you have right? Good video.

@Toolaholic7 7 лет назад

The mig welder is the best broken off bolt extractor,weld a nut on the broken off bolt or stud.Most of the time drilling and easy outs don't work.Plus you can drill in too far doing damage.That Mac easy out set you shown is a rebranded Irwin set,Irwin makes it for them including Matco and Snap On

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

Yeah I put the Irwin ones in my A Store. Look in the description box :)

@jimvogiatzis1384 5 лет назад

not when you are doing a gas tank job-fuel fumes

@tavor1770 7 лет назад

every time you break one is like why cant it just go smooth today haha

@adambrewer997 3 года назад

good stuff buddy, a wealth of knowledge!

@zoidberg444 7 лет назад

I actually feel better for seeing this Eric... I use the torx trick for getting stuff out. I've had a lot of success with it. Then i go for something else if that fails. Nice to see a pro using the same trick and its not just me being a cowboy. hahaha

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

we are all cowboys when it comes to getting the job done :)

@adam01212 5 лет назад

I’ve found left handed drill bits can also be handy because even if they don’t extract it (and you have to use an easy out for example) at least you are drilling in the reverse direction, so I guess at least you’re not tightening the broken bolt......also door hinge drill bits can help you get your hole exactly centre (and you can use left handed drill bits with them as well as you can change the drill bit in them)

@cliffperrino3015 3 года назад

your the best! thanx for the info

@lexalford358 5 лет назад

Machinist here I have a little set that you would love it is a left hand center drill essentially. You switch the drill to reverse and then drill into it for the other bolt extractor

@lexalford358 5 лет назад

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@garysgarage3669 7 лет назад

Thanks for the tips. I haven't had much luck with the tapered extractors either. I didn't know there was straight fluted ones. I will have to see if I can find some.

@samdavis5079 7 лет назад

Gary's Garage they are made by Rigid tools ( pipe wrench) Home depot should have these cheaper than Snap-on. bought mine from Snap-on because of the convince. great set

@garysgarage3669 7 лет назад

Thanks Sam, I just bought a set from Amazon. Got them a couple of days ago but haven't used them yet.

@isalmankhan1 4 года назад

Thanks Bro👍

@JMassengill 7 лет назад

Nice video

@gocars3210 7 лет назад

The short extractors are great for seized oil pan drain plugs.

@thedevilinthecircuit1414 Год назад

In a pinch you can grind a very slight taper on the end of the short leg of a hex wrench. Tap that into your drilled hole and wrench the fastener loose.

@100SteveB 7 лет назад

Just don't go and buy a cheap set of easy outs, they tend to be very brittle and break off in the hole. That really will ruin your day, they may be brittle, but they are damned hard so you won't be drilling it back out! Nice selection there, Eric, and i agree with the tip about using torx bits, i have had great success using those.

@cojones8518 7 лет назад

If you break one try chipping it out with a hammer and punch and picking out the pieces since they are so brittle. If that fails, pretty much your only hope is either a solid carbide drill or a diamond drill/burr.

@Arieeeee 7 лет назад

I got some cheapie reverse drill bits off amazon and the first one snapped right off :(

@jason-ge5nr 7 лет назад

I was thinking the same thing.... perhaps getting a set of the snap on extractors would be worth every penny when they dont shatter like glass

@samdavis5079 7 лет назад

Arie M I bought a set from hazard frought , first time I ever saw a drill bit bend 90 degrees

@ykmalachi 7 лет назад

while tools are indeed important. I find that removal is more of an artform/skill rather than just using a tool to do the job. 15 years ago a broken bolt ended my day. now days I just add 5-30 minutes to solve it

@SouthMainAuto 7 лет назад

Yep just part of the routine now

@ericg3354 7 лет назад

South Main Auto Repair yo eric how did that astro nano 1828 impact turn out, the one you bought a few years back

@peterdatechmen5506 4 года назад

Yep can't beat snappys warranty, soon offsets the price! Like you I purchased the ductor way back, still working well!

@frankbutaric3565 3 года назад

You should have a center drill in your toolbox. They don’t walk like the regular drill as they are stubby with a thick shank. They are also cheap. In aviation I used a 3/8” socket to rivet gun, air hammer, adapter. It also has flats for a 5/8” wrench. The hammering drives the Phillips or torx bit into the screw head and vibrates it. The wrench applies rotational force. Screws don’t stand a chance.

@rodpalm6398 7 лет назад

I've had those reverse drill bits pull out broken bolts many times. The reverse drilling and the vibration is sometimes all it takes.

@akawireguy1197 7 лет назад

Thanks for the explanation on the left handed drill bits. I never have been able to understand what the big deal was with them. Over and over during my life I have ended up drilling broken bolts out close to the original threads, then collapsing the remains inward with a little half moon faced punch a machinist introduced me to. Sometimes once you get them started imploding they simply fall out, and sometimes if you can get a tap started in the original threads it will simply peel the remains out of there as slick as can be. I have a much greater understanding of the computer driven electronics in modern vehicles from watching you. I can see the benefit of these systems but the cost of diagnostic equipment for a do it yourselfer like me makes me shudder. One thing I have learned watching you is one still has to have the mind of a troubleshooter. Even with the diagnostic equipment the ability to use logic to narrow the problem down to the actual end is critical.

@braol 7 лет назад

You should do a video on all your different scantools

@voland4513 7 лет назад

Snap-on Verus,Autel Maxysis,OTC Encore the old Vantage and the Picoscope recently.Hi might have more scantools but this is what I notice.

@mbs5328 5 лет назад

I'd love to see a compilation video of you using these broken bolt extractors in real life situations.

@idlehour2652 7 лет назад

Eric what up, I also feel your pain with the rust I have a shop down here in Cape Cod MASS. I have a entire draw in my box only for extractors and drills ect. I think of rust as money at this point in doing this.

@rrmech11 7 лет назад

Kewl Dr. O

@kingkong8974 6 лет назад

I go to Tacoma screws and get the right type of metal and design bits. That makes something that literally can take several hours and drill nowhere to less than a few minutes of drilling. Use the right bits for the right job.

@paullenzen2562 7 лет назад

Trick for pipe threaded plugs in differentials or transmissions, or any other pipe ( tapered type ) thread. Tighten "slightly" first, just till it moves, then, wind out easy peasy.

@sighpocket5 4 года назад

Nice!!

@KevinJohnson-fx6wq 5 лет назад

I just snapped off a small bolt in my 7hp Tecumseh motor that holds my electric starter on. I'm going to try a torx on that. Thanks for the info. Kevin