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We are replacing our OTR microwave with a more efficient hood.
The microwave hung under a top cabinet, with about 62" of clearance from stove to bottom of top cabinet.
Is there a way to shorten the flue of a range hood if it comes with one slightly longer than permits by height?
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For most people, replacing the unit or professional repair is a more reasonable risk.
That diameter would be very close to a M2.5 at 1.993mm minor screw. A hex head cap screw (AKA Allen head) could replace the Phillips.
Its also a bit smaller than an ANSI #4-40 at .0805inch minor
You could try the approximate size and get the matching tap for the closest interference fit.
Best Answer
Depends on the hood. Some come with a telescopic shroud, to go bigger, but not smaller. Check the dimensions on the box. Whatever the small dimension is, has to be able to fit.
Or open the box to see how much of the shroud you could cut off, having grabbed an elbow from another isle in the store to see the ultimate clearance requirements when assembled. Flexible might save you an extra inch or so, but is ideally avoided.