Remove rusted slotted screw

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In summary, the Easy Out can be used to remove screws that are stuck but the screwdriver must be inserted into the hole until the shoulder on the tap touches the screw head.f
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How would one go about removing this stuck, rusted screw? Its tip size is 5/8". I tried using an impact driver, but that didn't work. Should I just try to drill through it to break it?
For context, I am getting rid of this old sink.
 
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Without a photo, it's hard to answer. Is your impact driver a hand impact driver like this?
Impact Driver.jpg

Did the screw not move? Did it break off? Did the head strip out? Did the screwdriver break?

I have had several stuck screws that this impact driver would not move, and the screw head stripped. In those cases, I had to drill out the screws.
 
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I have had that problem. My solution: Use my Dremel with a flat sanding disk (creating a micro angle grinder) and use it to make a deep slot. Then use an impact driver to loosen the screw.
 
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I have had that problem. My solution: Use my Dremel with a flat sanding disk (creating a micro angle grinder) and use it to make a deep slot. Then use an impact driver to loosen the screw.
(I usually use the thin cutoff discs.)

Just to expand on @Svein 's post:
  1. When cutting the new slot, undercut a little bit -- that is, make the base of the slot a tiny bit wider than the top. This helps keep the screwdriver tip engaged in the slot.
  2. The Impact driver should be the type you hit with a hammer, not the powered rotary type. This keeps the screwdriver in the slot during the active time.

Cheers,
Tom
 
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For context, I am getting rid of this old sink.
Is this the usual wall mount screw with that plastic wall plug?

Torch the screw to melt the plastic.
Drawback: stinks.
Be careful with fire safety.
 
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How would one go about removing this stuck, rusted screw? Its tip size is 5/8". I tried using an impact driver, but that didn't work. Should I just try to drill through it to break it?
For context, I am getting rid of this old sink.
Us it feasible to use what I believe is called an Easy Out?
That's a tapered tapping die with a left-hand thread.
 

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