I'm trying to remove a scope from Ruger rings that have apparently been "Loctited". I've broken two T10 torx drivers to no avail. I can't see any Loctite, but am guessing it's there. I understand that with quite a bit of heat, the Loctite bond can be broken. My question: will application of a propane torch to the rings to heat the screws damage the (Leupold) scope? Or is there a better way?

Soldering Iron right on the screw.

Loctite and most epoxys break loose at about 400F.Lenses are installed with some type of adhesive which will loosen with heat also [keep optics out of direct sunlight].So a soldering iron to the screw is the way to do it.

I believe that permatex/loctite produce a locktite remover solvent,,,try www.mcmaster.com good luck,,,,,Clay

Also,
Wrap the ends of the scope in cold wet rags. Sucks the heat right out of the metal.
lawndart

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Originally posted by JTB:
Soldering Iron right on the screw.

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have you tried a sharp tap on a screw driver, with a board under the rings? (supported)

yep.. and not on the slot/hex end at first... no reason to have that much heat in the head ...

jeffe

I like the soldering iron suggestion, but if all else fails, use an E-Z out tap. They've never failed me.

Thanks for the ideas. I'll start with the soldering iron and go from there.