712 Screw

[Midway Tommy]

Just about any decent hardware store has an Irwin Hanson 5/64 easyout set. It comes with the correct size drill bit, but I always start with a smaller 1/16" bit. Sometimes I don't have to even use the 5/64" bit. Like Fred said, every once in awhile the drill bit will grab the stud and turn it right on through the hole if it has an open back side. When that happens you have to be careful to be going slow and not hit the threads in the rotor.

[jgp12000]

I got the screw out with the ole harbor freight left hand drill bit.The #1 ezout wasn't making any headway.I ran an 8/32 tap through the hole and tried the screw,set the bail spring installed the wire.The innards are soaking in lacquer thinner as we speak.I will post some photos after I get it all back together.The reel was really smooth other than the broken screw. I imagine after I replace the bearing and lubricate, it will be even better,all for $28 after shipping.

[jgp12000]

All done just need to go fishing now.

[Woodpuppy]

Nice work!

[jtwill98]

Looks good and glad to see another reel rescued.