How to Remove Mic Thread Adapter!

[S2]

What about a Dremel type affair to cut a new (crude) slot on the top/inside of the thread so you can use a (large) screwdriver to undo it. Don’t use WD40, it’s of limited use as a penetrating oil - Plus gas is far better.

I am fairly sure OP said the mic holder was plastic? In that case he has to be careful what kind of solvent he uses. I have never found WD-40 to attack anything.

Dave.

All sorted now. But for reference Plus gas is similar (ish) to WD40 but much better. It’s not a solvent but penetrating oil.

[shufflebeat]

I basically jammed a large wide flat headed screwdriver in there as firmly as possible and applied pressure inwards whilst turning.

Mmm, that sounds familiar. Didn't..., someone..., suggest doing just that with one jaw of the pliers two pages ago?

Anyway, sometimes the beauty is in the travelling as much as the arrival.

Well done.

[Wonks]

A quote from Microphone Farm: "Two slots good, one slot bad."

[siderealxxx]

I basically jammed a large wide flat headed screwdriver in there as firmly as possible and applied pressure inwards whilst turning.

Mmm, that sounds familiar. Didn't..., someone..., suggest doing just that with one jaw of the pliers two pages ago?

Anyway, sometimes the beauty is in the travelling as much as the arrival.

Well done.

Granted and I did try, but I took you very literally and tried with my pliers which were in no way sized or shaped for the task. My simple brain didn't extend this idea any further!

Had you said 'the large flat red screwdriver in the bottom kitchen drawer' then then this thread wouldn't have run to, ahem, four pages! Impressive nonetheless.

[siderealxxx]

A quote from Microphone Farm: "Two slots good, one slot bad."

[shufflebeat]

Had you said 'the large flat red screwdriver in the bottom kitchen drawer' then then this thread wouldn't have run to, ahem, four pages! Impressive nonetheless.

Ah, I see where I went wrong. Well, I'll know for next time.

I like the sound of this, "Microphone Farm", very wise.

Also, "...some mics are more equalised than others".

[Wonks]

Also, "...some mics are more equalised than others".

A classic from George Aural.

[resistorman]

Not many forums where you can get 4 pages out of removing a stuck screw! Well done !

[sonics]

Now I need to know if it was PlusGas Formula A, B, C, D or E?

I may be mad, but I'd find a book on the history of lubricants and penetrants rather interesting!

Fascinating range of products (here; Canadians love this stuff) from WD-40, 3-in-One, JIG-A-LOO, Liquid Wrench, Permatex, Honey Goo etc.
Or perhaps I don't want to know what's in the cans, and should stick to this formula?

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[sonics]

Forgot to include this one:
B'laster Advanced Dry Lube "Work it Like a Pro"

[AlecSp]

In that case he has to be careful what kind of solvent he uses. I have never found WD-40 to attack anything.

It's the only thing I've found that will get "label goo" off things.

[sonics]

In that case he has to be careful what kind of solvent he uses. I have never found WD-40 to attack anything.

It's the only thing I've found that will get "label goo" off things.

You mean to say that "Goo Gone" doesn't do what it says on the label?

[shufflebeat]

Also removes cats.

[ef37a]

Also removes cats.

Really? I was told by a pet shop owner that it repels mice.

Dave.

[Wonks]

Paraffin/kerosene is the main ingredient of a lot of mild sticky stuff removers. It is very good at the job, but then itself needs removing.

Which is a job for Goo Gone Gone…

And then Goo Gone Gone Gone Gone…

[Mike Stranks]

In that case he has to be careful what kind of solvent he uses. I have never found WD-40 to attack anything.

It's the only thing I've found that will get "label goo" off things.

Surgical Spirit... and the lingering short-term after-aroma reminds Mrs S of her time as a nurse...

[Martin Walker]

Which is a job for Goo Gone Gone…

And then Goo Gone Gone Gone Gone…

Didn't the Crystals have a hit with that one?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0dikX80Ed8

[ManFromGlass]

Didn’t The Police have a goo goo lyric and the Beatles?
There was The Goo Goo Dolls wasn’t there.

The local music store keeps Goo Gone behind the counter to remove the gunk from price stickers when you buy gear.

[shufflebeat]

Also removes cats.

Really? I was told by a pet shop owner that it repels mice.

Dave.

Perhaps that explains the cats