#Stripped grub screw holding heater in Heat Block

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I'm sorry to hear that you're facing issues with the grub screw. Here are a few suggestions that might help you:

  1. Heat the heat block: Applying heat to the heat block can expand the metal and may help loosen the grip of the grub screw. Use a heat gun or a hairdryer to heat the area around the stripped screw, but be cautious not to apply too much heat to sensitive components.

  2. Try a different tool: Instead of using an Allen wrench, you can attempt using a torx bit, a small flathead screwdriver, or even pliers to try to grip the stripped screw and then unscrew it.

  3. Apply penetrating oil: You can try using a penetrating oil, such as WD-40 or PB Blaster, to help loosen the screw. Apply the oil around the screw and let it sit for a while to penetrate and loosen the grip.

  4. Use a screw extractor: If the above methods don't work, you can try using a screw extractor tool, specifically designed to remove stripped screws. It might require drilling a small hole in the center of the ...

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