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Old 08-14-2012, 01:12 PM
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What do i do? They just wont move. I sprayed them with PB Blaster and that didnt do any good. I really dont want to strip them.
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Take them apart, clean them, fix them, replace them.

Yes, the screws suck. You can get replacements at the dealership.
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How do I take them apart?
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IIRC you can replace the screws with #8 stainless fine thread steel screws, which you can get at Lowes. To remove the old rusty screws, use a dremel to cut a slot in the heads, then use a flat blade screwdirver to unscrew them.
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Thank you! I really appreciate the help. I got it figured out.
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