Removing ADM QD mount from Atlas Bipod

[dfuller81]

I just received the RRS clamp mount. Trying to remove the ADM QD mount from the bipod . Any suggestions on how to get the screws out? I don't know what the heck they're using for threadlocker. But it's a bitch and I don't want to strip the screws

 

[LawnMM]

You won't, put the correct Allen key in and use the long side and it'll break loose.

 

[dfuller81]

Literally turned the provided allen wrench into a spiral... taking it to a gunsmith tomorrow I guess...

 

[Meety Peety]

You really shouldn't have that much trouble getting them to break loose. I just did one yesterday, used vice grips to get a little extra leverage on the Allen key.

 

[dfuller81]

Unreal! I am taking it to a friend before I mess something up... thanks for your input fellas

 

[jwankel]

I'm finding the same thing this morning. I feel like I'm going to snap the allen key in half.

 

[jd138]

Lol, I did mine just yesterday and thought it was just me. It did take some force on the long end of the Allen (beefy auto tool variety), but the screws eventually broke free without any stripping. Took a bit to get the screw off the wrench though...

 

[Waorani]

Heat.

 

[dfuller81]

Yeah. So, I just stripped both screws and have damaged 3 different Allen keys. I managed to get 1 out. But the other is being removed by a mechanic buddy. Just called Accu shot. Its apparently a common problem. Awesome customer service. they are sending out 2 new screws for me

 

[Laseredge]

Heat.

Heat gun or propane torch used with care.

 

[pmclaine]

The allen key used can make a big difference.

Trying to remove Brake discs from a 74 Sportser front wheel with Craftsman Allen keys gave my allen key a nice spiral twisted look.

Tried a Snap On allen key and it ended up being what was needed to break the frozen allens free.

I support your decision to go to a mechanic with tools know how before anything is damaged beyond the recoverable.

 

[jwankel]

I applied some heat and was able to get it to break loose. Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[scatterbrains]

Easiest thing for smaller screws and heat is to use a soldering iron on highest setting putit on the screw head for a couple min then use a Allen driver that is hollow ground and of good quality.

 

[M77]

Tap in a Torx bit to that size , I'd assume it's around a T20- T25 size that'll get it out

 

[ballistic1]

I use a hand impact when small fasteners are tight like these are.
Lay the Atlas on carpeted floor and a swift tap of a deadblow hammer to a hand impact, they will come loose.

 

[BoldCorrections]

Easiest thing for smaller screws and heat is to use a soldering iron on highest setting putit on the screw head for a couple min then use a Allen driver that is hollow ground and of good quality.

I was about to give up on mine. Tried this and it worked for me.