hey proptop...yes ive already torched a screw driver and made a 90 degree bend and ground thin and you said. I cant get behind the race tho. its too snug with no gap. you mentioned raising the temp. what temp do you recommend? ive already tried at 325 for 20 mins, then again for 40 mins, and my last try was at 325 for 1 hour! i immediately pull it out and tap it on the wood and then try with the tool ive made. the thing wont budge! so how high and how long should i try in the oven this time?

-kevin