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candyman206
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I need tips on how to stop breaking screws. When it comes to tightening them down the drill just breaks the heads off.
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you got to be kidding, you can't figure it out after 1 broke?

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Try using the clutch.

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also predrilling the holes or dipping the screws in dishsoap works well.
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use galvanized deck screws instead of drywalls if you're talking about mounting subs..

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hahah i had the same problem braken screws now i got 3" screw galvies holding the subs in like they said predrill your holes it is easier ...

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alright thanks
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Deckmate screws!

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Pre-drill, use deck screws and dip the screw in wood glue. I find those tricks work VERY well. I normally ahve to sledgehammer the box apart because it just wont come apart anymore.

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I'll try the deck screws. Because when I use dry wall screws they snap. But for mounting the subs I go and buy thicker longer machine screws for that. I wish I had an air compressor and brad gun or something.
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quote:
Originally posted by candyman206:
I'll try the deck screws. Because when I use dry wall screws they snap. But for mounting the subs I go and buy thicker longer machine screws for that. I wish I had an air compressor and brad gun or something.
brad gun for screwing subs in? lol

when you run screws go kinda slow and set the clutch, if you use plenty of glue the glue holds it together anyway...

and there are some 1.5 and 2'' screws that come in a purple box that they say a guranteed NOT to break...their expensive but worth it for mounting subs

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