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Originally Posted by JA
Try a straightened out paper clip with the very end , say the last 3mm bent at 90 degrees to serve as a hook type scraper for the thread grooves. Also look for any dent or deformation at the thread start.
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JA
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In the end I took it out to Sidereal Trading (where I'd bought a case for it), and they tapped out the thread, as well as giving me a few pointers on how to manage it best without bending the bolts. All good now!
Thank you very much for your help and advice.
Alasdair