[Zamboknee]

Where can I get threshold screws for a pella entry door?

I tried my local HD but no luck.

 

[chandler48]

With any age, those screws are probably rusted, as are the receiving nuts. They are not holding down the threshold as much as they are there to adjust it up and down. They are captive, meaning they do not remove. Will they turn at all? Will the threshold wood move up and down with the turns?

You may be due for a new complete threshold.

M-D Building Products 4-9/16 in. x 1-1/8 in. x 36 in. Silver Adjustable Aluminum & Hardwood Threshold 76265 - The Home Depot

MD Building Products - 4-9/16 in. x 36 in. Satin Aluminum and Oak Adjustable Threshold - Use this threshold with a door sweep to get a weather-tight seal, making your home more comfortable and energy efficient. - THD SKU# 254369

www.homedepot.com

 

[Randy Bush]

IMO those are pain to try and change with door frame installed. Not even sure how you would do correctly .

 

[Zamboknee]

With any age, those screws are probably rusted, as are the receiving nuts. They are not holding down the threshold as much as they are there to adjust it up and down. They are captive, meaning they do not remove. Will they turn at all? Will the threshold wood move up and down with the turns?

You may be due for a new complete threshold.

M-D Building Products 4-9/16 in. x 1-1/8 in. x 36 in. Silver Adjustable Aluminum & Hardwood Threshold 76265 - The Home Depot

MD Building Products - 4-9/16 in. x 36 in. Satin Aluminum and Oak Adjustable Threshold - Use this threshold with a door sweep to get a weather-tight seal, making your home more comfortable and energy efficient. - THD SKU# 254369

www.homedepot.com

Yeah, they turn. Except one is pretty rusty and won't turn at all.
I probably have to replace the entire threshold. Did some research. Not a quick and easy job but not TOO crazy to take on.
Just waiting to hear back from Pella doors on viable replacement options.

 

[chandler48]

IF you note, turning the screws just adjusts the height of the wooden threshold piece. It will eventually come out if you move the screws equally. Soak that one screw with PB Blaster to see if it will release.

 

[Zamboknee]

Been looking around and can't seem to find a replacement threshold that will fit.

 

[Randy Bush]

That looks to be a threshold for a 6 9/16 jamb. That is normally fastened / stapled to the jambs when assembled. Not sure how that can be changed out with door installed.

 

[Zamboknee]

Is it possible to replace just the wooden/adjustable part of the threshold?

 

[chandler48]

It will be manufacturer specific. Screw hole location will be critical. Have you been able to remove it yet?

 

[Zamboknee]

It will be manufacturer specific. Screw hole location will be critical. Have you been able to remove it yet?

No. Haven't really dove into it until I have a replacement ready to go.
Pella sent me a quote and it's just for the wooden part. That would imply that you can just replace the one part.

 

[chandler48]

Yes. Pella door, Pella part. Should be good to go.

 

[Zamboknee]

How would I remove JUST the wooden part of the threshold?

 

[chandler48]

The center piece with screws is the only thing you can remove. All else will require a total threshold replacement.

 

[Randy Bush]

Did you get the screws loosened up? Is so just start backing them out some what even and it should come off.

 

[Zamboknee]

No. Got all but the rusted one to move.

 

[chandler48]

Do you have an impact driver? With a slotted bit, put it in the head, press down hard and impulse pull the trigger CCW. Spray with PB Blaster first to soak it a little.

 

[Randy Bush]

One thing could is drill the head of the screw off than once wood piece is removed you will have better access to the screw with vise grips and PB Blaster.

 

[Zamboknee]

Tried impact driver. No go.
Gonna get the 'damaged screw extractor' out I guess.