@Jim Lukowski Thanks for the advice. I screwed them in with the washers, before I read this. Next time I disassemble the stove, I’ll check. :lol:
@redspeedster Thank you for suggesting ScrewGrab!!! Andrew: 1 Stripped Screw:0 This stuff really works! Now, I’m going to install the 4 new...
Thank you, @Jim Lukowski I have the largest screwdriver that will fit. Ha. Built for engine work. The ScrewGrab product should arrive on Friday,...
Thanks, @snwcmpr I understand your point and the importance of patience. In this case, however, the screw has nothing for the driver to grip. So...
@redspeedster Thank you very much for the idea! I will go search for some of that product. Seems like a glue of some sort? EDIT: I just found it...
@Marc , I do like my tea, but not by the bucket load. :lol: I’ve just started using Seafoam, but had not considered its long term effects. As for...
@Doc Mark , @Marc , @presscall and @cottage hill bill : I really appreciate your thoughts on patience. It’s something I must make a conscious...
Thanks, @Marc and @presscall I also added some Seafoam, as I have started doing with all my GPA’s
I’ll continue to let the screw to stew/soak in the PB Blaster penetrant and eventually get it out. But for now, I got the stove running properly.
And, for those of you worried about my placement of the fire extinguisher, I had backup ready as well… :lol: The smothering bucket. [ATTACH]
After complete disassembly (in spite of the stuck screw) and cleaning all parts, the 530 runs like a champ now. Carb cleaner is my friend....
Thank you everyone for the valued advice. Unable to cut a new groove into the screw, I was able to remove the cleaning tip stem, burner bell and...
@cottage hill bill @presscall Thank you for the advice. I can wiggle the frame back and forth on the stuck screw. I think I have clearance to...
I’m trying to remove the 4 screws that attach the pot supports of a Coleman 530 stove (B47). I’ve removed three of them, but the previous owner...
Thanks, @BradB
@BradB , I uploaded it to YouTube instead, so this link should work. [MEDIA]
Although it is running with a blue flame, I have noticed that the stove has a sort of pulse flow at times. It’s a slow pulse the likes of an old...
Thank you, @Murph Thank you for clarifying the situation in your area of the world. Sounds like a good deal for collectors. Blue flame! [ATTACH]
Thanks, @ArchMc
It’s hard to capture the lighting in photos, but trust me that nice blue flames are emitting from both burners. New fuel and a cap full of...
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