Need help finding a replacement screw (Trigger related)

[ShootersElement]

So I was dinking around with the trigger pack today and took it out to clean it and look things over...well in the process I stripped out the head of the screw that holds the trigger case in and CZ USA is out of them with no idea when they will be back in stock.

Has anyone experienced this and do you have fix?

Link to the screw I need to replace

http://shop.cz-usa.com/ProductDetail/366004200703_Case-Securing-Screw-Evo

Product number is 366004200703 Evo Part 48

[HBi]

This will not solve your problem, but thought I would mention it here as we have some first hand experience with this little guy. The screw itself requires a 3mm hex/allen key tool, and it is secured in *MOST* guns using a white colored thread locker. The production line at CZ may be manually applying this thread locking compound to the screw during assembly, this could account for some of the variation that we have seen. Regardless, anyone removing this screw for the first time would be well served to pre-treat the screw threads for a few minutes with some thin penetrating oil from above (can be easily accessed with the lower receiver removed and the hammer cocked back). The penetrating oil will help to lessen the effect of the thread locker and make removing the screw easier... because heat is not a good idea in this case :-)

If the screw does strip out, all is not lost. It is a M4x0.7 screw, approx 10mm in length. You can use a slightly shorter or longer length screw in a pinch. Your local hardware store may have something to get you by until CZ has more in stock. If not, you can order something like this online: http://www.mcmaster.com/#93070a101/=znl730 .


The factory screw is of course the best option, mainly because it has a nice little shoulder on it that helps correctly locate the screw and sheetmetal trigger case inside of the lower receiver.

So, for good measure, here is a picture of our fun stripping friend:

[buddyinfl]

With hammer cocked back it will also help to put some pressure using your finger on the rounded end as you remove the screw. Worked for me.


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[ShootersElement]

Thanks for the help.

[pedro66]

This will not solve your problem, but thought I would mention it here as we have some first hand experience with this little guy. The screw itself requires a 3mm hex/allen key tool, and it is secured in *MOST* guns using a white colored thread locker. The production line at CZ may be manually applying this thread locking compound to the screw during assembly, this could account for some of the variation that we have seen. Regardless, anyone removing this screw for the first time would be well served to pre-treat the screw threads for a few minutes with some thin penetrating oil from above (can be easily accessed with the lower receiver removed and the hammer cocked back). The penetrating oil will help to lessen the effect of the thread locker and make removing the screw easier... because heat is not a good idea in this case :-)

If the screw does strip out, all is not lost. It is a M4x0.7 screw, approx 10mm in length. You can use a slightly shorter or longer length screw in a pinch. Your local hardware store may have something to get you by until CZ has more in stock. If not, you can order something like this online: http://www.mcmaster.com/#93070a101/=znl730 .


The factory screw is of course the best option, mainly because it has a nice little shoulder on it that helps correctly locate the screw and sheetmetal trigger case inside of the lower receiver.

So, for good measure, here is a picture of our fun stripping friend:

Good info but to add never use a ball end allen on this screw and on the first time of removing use a standard right angle allen short side inside the trigger guard

FYI the little prong on the end of the screw is for retaining the return spring under the auto sear (not present on the semi gun)

I just ordered 50 (minimum amount) of them from Mcmaster if anyone wants one then I can ship you one for a PayPal gift of $1 to cover time envelope etc

[ShootersElement]

This will not solve your problem, but thought I would mention it here as we have some first hand experience with this little guy. The screw itself requires a 3mm hex/allen key tool, and it is secured in *MOST* guns using a white colored thread locker. The production line at CZ may be manually applying this thread locking compound to the screw during assembly, this could account for some of the variation that we have seen. Regardless, anyone removing this screw for the first time would be well served to pre-treat the screw threads for a few minutes with some thin penetrating oil from above (can be easily accessed with the lower receiver removed and the hammer cocked back). The penetrating oil will help to lessen the effect of the thread locker and make removing the screw easier... because heat is not a good idea in this case :-)

If the screw does strip out, all is not lost. It is a M4x0.7 screw, approx 10mm in length. You can use a slightly shorter or longer length screw in a pinch. Your local hardware store may have something to get you by until CZ has more in stock. If not, you can order something like this online: http://www.mcmaster.com/#93070a101/=znl730 .


The factory screw is of course the best option, mainly because it has a nice little shoulder on it that helps correctly locate the screw and sheetmetal trigger case inside of the lower receiver.

So, for good measure, here is a picture of our fun stripping friend:

Good info but to add never use a ball end allen on this screw and on the first time of removing use a standard right angle allen short side inside the trigger guard

FYI the little prong on the end of the screw is for retaining the return spring under the auto sear (not present on the semi gun)

I just ordered 50 (minimum amount) of them if anyone wants one then I can ship you one for a PayPal gift of $1 to cover time envelope etc

so you have 50 of the screw I need and you want a $1 for one??? I'll take that, send me a PM with your email and i'll send you some cash.

[BucketShop]

All good info.
Several Facebookers have stripped out this screw.  No one has mentioned the size up until now.

[Buffman]

Looking at mine, the hex isn't even centered on the screw. High Quality!

[wheelman89]

This will not solve your problem, but thought I would mention it here as we have some first hand experience with this little guy. The screw itself requires a 3mm hex/allen key tool, and it is secured in *MOST* guns using a white colored thread locker. The production line at CZ may be manually applying this thread locking compound to the screw during assembly, this could account for some of the variation that we have seen. Regardless, anyone removing this screw for the first time would be well served to pre-treat the screw threads for a few minutes with some thin penetrating oil from above (can be easily accessed with the lower receiver removed and the hammer cocked back). The penetrating oil will help to lessen the effect of the thread locker and make removing the screw easier... because heat is not a good idea in this case :-)

If the screw does strip out, all is not lost. It is a M4x0.7 screw, approx 10mm in length. You can use a slightly shorter or longer length screw in a pinch. Your local hardware store may have something to get you by until CZ has more in stock. If not, you can order something like this online: http://www.mcmaster.com/#93070a101/=znl730 .


The factory screw is of course the best option, mainly because it has a nice little shoulder on it that helps correctly locate the screw and sheetmetal trigger case inside of the lower receiver.

So, for good measure, here is a picture of our fun stripping friend:

Good info but to add never use a ball end allen on this screw and on the first time of removing use a standard right angle allen short side inside the trigger guard

FYI the little prong on the end of the screw is for retaining the return spring under the auto sear (not present on the semi gun)

I just ordered 50 (minimum amount) of them from Mcmaster if anyone wants one then I can ship you one for a PayPal gift of $1 to cover time envelope etc

Pedro66, I sent you a pm.  Could really use a pair of those screws if they are still available.

Thanks

[themadfilipino29486]

Pedro I would be interested in some replacement screws as well.  Please shoot me an email at mfarms75@gmail.com

[pedro66]

Sorry not been available so much lately I have the box of screws for whoever wants them

[wheelman89]

Pedro, Send me a message with your paypal info and I will send the money for a few screws.  Greatly appreciated!

[themadfilipino29486]

Same here Pedro. Will pay via pp

[ShootersElement]

I have several (They are included in the trigger i'm selling on shooterselement.com). if you guys want one PM and I'll get it out to you.

[wheelman89]

anybody ever hear from pedro?  I never got a pm with his paypal info.