Distributor allen head screw rounded, how to remove?
 

I am disassembling my distributor to clean / lube / check / rebuild if needed but noticed that one of the allen head screws was rounded by the PO.
Access is very tight so difficult to use a bolt extractor, drill it out, ...

Anyone had this before and can guide me in how to get it out?

Distributor allen head screw rounded, how to remove?
 

If possible you could tap a tight torx bit in with a hammer. The tapping can contribute to loosening the screew

I have tried that but didn't work out ...
Next on the list is use JBWeld to fix a bit in there and hope it'll come out ... Fingers crossed SmileWavy

Any other idea's?

Attempt all the usual non-destructive fastener removal techniques first. This forum is chock full of posts related to stuck threaded fasteners.

If those fail, chuck in a drill press or milling machine and remove the screw head that holds that plate in place. The screw can then be removed and the threads cleaned up or replaced with a thread insert.

Sherwood

Distributor allen head screw rounded, how to remove?
 

Here's also a great bolt removal tool:

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Got it out last week SmileWavy

Bought new easy outs, German brand and not the typical Amazon / eBay stuff Chinese stuff. Drilled the bolt, easy out in and came right out!

Once again, having the right tools pays off ...