Thread: Trying to Remove Lower Unit Drain Screws

Once I got that one out I would have a replacement to put back in place and probably some marine grade never seize to make my life easier the next time

If all else fails I'm sure you could get them out but tapping on the outer radius with a cold chisel and a hammer. The nylon washers are reusable, paper ones should be replaced every time.

The only other type of screw that you'll be likely to find that would work will have an allen head, which isn't much better in my experience.

I ordered The above recommended tool, WOW! Two hits with hammer, the screw was out!
To all who recommended it, THANK YOU!!!

The correct tools can make difficult jobs so much easier. Glad to hear it worked well for you

Originally Posted by DockShootinJack

They make an impact driver you strike with a hammer that takes large screw driver bits. That is usually my go to for stuck slotted head screws. They are an inexpensive tool

I use a large flathead with a busted handle....probably from striking it earlier

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Any amount of stock helps break apart whatever is holding the threads together

Personally, I’d try to find proper sized flathead screwdriver (large tip that covers the entire slot) and has square on the shaft somewhere. I’d try to use that with a wrench and see what happens before using an impact. You don’t want to shear those threads!!!


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I use a 4 way lug nut wrench that has a flat head for removing hub caps. Put it in the slot and have 2 arms to hold on to and screw comes right out without hitting the screw.