Any of you builder types have a good way of removing the one-way screws from a deadbolt lock. Had to change the locks on my sons home because a breakup. I'm guessing the screws are hardened and drilling won't be easy. Screw head is recessed so cutting a notch with a dremel may not be an option. I hate to destroy them because they aren't cheap. We are replacing them with a smart key lock so this shoudn't be a problem down the road.
I had to do this when I moved in to my new house. A dremel with a small pointed stone will take the head off. I am sure there is a better way but I tried drilling too - it just slipped off and gouged the lock material next to it.
Isn't there a bit for removing those things? I think HF sells a whole "security" bit set.
Dr. Hess wrote: Isn't there a bit for removing those things? I think HF sells a whole "security" bit set.
I do know HF has a 10lb hammer that can do the whole lock in one fell swoop if diplomacy fails.
Dr. Hess wrote: Isn't there a bit for removing those things? I think HF sells a whole "security" bit set.
Not if they are the true "one way, one time" types. Only way to get those out is with a grinder to either slot it or take the head clean off.
I used to sell the "security bit" set in the hardware store. They are made for fasteners where a "security feature" has been added to a standard fastener. For instance, the ones with a Torx shape but with a post sticking up in the middle. So a "security" Torx bit is just a standard one with a hole drilled in the end to clear the post.
Shotgun?
I ahead of you folks with the suggestions of a shotgun or hammer. I have both if needed.
The I-T Nazis at work won't let me on the site, but Google "carbide spade drill". I use these when a tap breaks off in a hole below the surface; if it will eat up a high speed steel tap, it should eat up your screws.
3/32 diameter = $6.
Dan
914Driver wrote: The I-T Nazis at work won't let me on the site, but Google "carbide spade drill". I use these when a tap breaks off in a hole below the surface; if it will eat up a high speed steel tap, it should eat up your screws. 3/32 diameter = $6. Dan
Looks good Dan. I was not familiar with spade bits for metal.
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