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General discussion => Black Powder Shooting => Topic started by: XVIIc Wheelock on July 01, 2021, 04:32:11 PM

Title: Flintlock touch-hole liner removal help
Post by: XVIIc Wheelock on July 01, 2021, 04:32:11 PM

How do you remove this liner? I need to replace it and have the correct Pedersoli replacement.  I let it soak with PB Blaster. Mine is somehow wedged or stuck...even tried a reverse screw remover tool. The slot for a flathead screwdriver is now buggered up. I am making matters worse every time I try a different method. I don't want to mar the barrel.  Help!

Title: Re: Flintlock touch-hole liner removal help
Post by: rich pierce on July 01, 2021, 05:21:10 PM

I would drill it out bigger to use a bigger easy-out. Then hit the barrel but not the liner with the torch.

Title: Re: Flintlock touch-hole liner removal help
Post by: XVIIc Wheelock on July 01, 2021, 05:40:59 PM

Thank you Rich!!

Title: Re: Flintlock touch-hole liner removal help
Post by: L. Akers on July 03, 2021, 03:27:52 PM

I use the tap size drill for the liner, ie #3 drill for 1/4" liner thread and drill out the liner.  Just the liner thread will be left which is removed with a steel pick.  Total time for the job is 2-3 minutes.

Title: Re: Flintlock touch-hole liner removal help
Post by: 577SXS on July 06, 2021, 03:22:10 PM

I drill about an 1/8" hole in it and use an easy out. If it doesn't come right out heat the barrel to almost too hot to touch and try again.