Maglite End Cap Stuck

99 of time a stuck end cap results from stuck batteries.

Maglite end cap stuck.

Results 1 to 19 of 19 thread. You can see the result of this in my 2d restoration post. A mini maglite pro 2 aa cell led flashlight and 2 aa cell batteries a maglite ml300l 2 d cell led roadside safety kit which includes the ml300l 2 d cell led flashlight a red traffic light wand a white area light wand d cell mounting brackets and 2 d cell batteries a gerber multi tool with carrying case. If this doesn t work and it s time to buy a new one.

Posts 681 post thanks like. The alkaline leaks from the cell and expands. If the leak is near the end cap the alkaline usually migrates into the threads and corrodes the metal. Affiliate links 4d maglite.

Ot end cap stuck on mag lite. Sometimes the batteries get stuck and here is a good way to get them out and salvage your flashlight. Anyway this is usually identifiable as. The battery cap on my mag lite is stuck.

Any ideas as to how to remove it. Last resort may be to start by removing the head and switch assemblies then the batteries. The first step is to identify the problem. View profile view forum posts visit homepage hot rolled join date jul 2006 location carmichael calif.

September 1 2008 7 16 pm subscribe. Https amzn to 2llg8m1 maglite have be. Mini maglite battery corrosion. Then some vinegar for cleaning and finally some pb blaster.

And a friend ro help. Since mag lites r have survived being lost at the bottom of a lake or being run over by an 18 wheeler there isn t much that can go wrong though. How to remove a stuck battery cap from a mag lite. 10 years ago.

Also you could try a strapwrench on the barrel and pipe wrench on the cap. Ot end cap stuck on mag lite. Although mag lite r is one of the most respected brands of flashlight these flashlights sometimes need to be repaired.