A response to my earlier post regarding the knurled screw on the KXPD1 paddle suggests that a proper nut be threaded onto the screw before cutting it, then back the nut off, thereby cleaning up the threads...Yes, this is a time honored method of chasing a damaged thread, and is used on many of the all purpose crimper-cutter tools available today in Sears, Home Depot, etc...However, this is often good for only one shot...The leading edge of the starting thread is still left razor thin and sharp and will eventually bend over and jam the screw...IMHO, it is best to bevel the end of the screw...
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