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   JsHerbel | Dec 10, 2005 12:46am | #1

   Use regular steel screws with the same TPI and angle as the brass screws. Then back the steel screws out and install the brass screws. They will follow the threads already cut by the steel screws with no problem.

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   Dave45 | Dec 10, 2005 05:09pm | #2

   If you're using a cordless drill to drive your brass screws, put it away - even a little bit of cam-out will wreck the screw head.

   Either run them in by hand (make sure your screwdriver tip is in good shape) or make the first pass with steel screws then replace them with the brass.  I often use steel screws for initial assembly and only use the brass screws for final assembly ater the finish is done.

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   WillGeorge | Dec 10, 2005 09:28pm | #3

   I often use steel screws for initial assembly and only use the brass screws for final assembly after the finish is done.Same here.. Also, if Phillips and the screws are made in Asia.. A 'true' Phillips uses a Pozidriv screwdriver (I think).. Some USA screwdriver do not fit the Phillips slots very well..I have a set or really nice French made screwdrivers. (YES.. Not made in the USA) but really great tools I used in my work..For some reason.. The screwdriver seem to fit the Asian made screws REALLY well..And,,, don't forget to use the correct size driver for the head...

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   user-7627473 | Dec 16, 2021 10:25am | #4

   What were the problems exactly?

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   DRBWWing | Dec 16, 2021 10:31am | #5

   Be sure to use a tapered bit. Under drilling the hole is a mistake I often do myself.

   I've had brass screws snap even after tapping with a steel screw.

   I think it might be not all brass screws are created equal.

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   _mj_ | Dec 16, 2021 11:18am | #6

   this thread is from 2005 and revived by a spammer

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   user-7627473 | Dec 16, 2021 11:23am | #7

   thnx

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   joeleonetti | Dec 26, 2021 11:15am | #8

   I have had a lot of brass screw heads break off on hinges even drilling a pilot hole, threading the hole using a steel screw first, waxing the brass screw, and using a manual screw driver and being sensitive. So much so, that I have decided to use steel screws rather than brass. The brass screws I have been using have come from a number of places including premium places. They are very easy to torque off the heads.