screws

  1. mherrcat

    Wood screws: bronze or stainless?

    I am replacing a Formica covered plywood panel in the forward end of the v-berth with one covered with teak veneer. I have some bronze wood screws but was wondering if I should use stainless...
  2. J

    Setting SS screws in Aluminum

    What sealant do you all use to set SS screws in aluminum mast? Thanks
  3. mherrcat

    Rivets or Machine Screws?

    In rebuilding my boom I have to replace/reinstall the internal boom bails. They are basically a curved metal plate with a 3/16" hole in each end and a small bail welded to the center. (See pic.) Originally held in place with pop rivets. I was thinking that maybe replacing the rivets with 1/4"...
  4. G

    How do I drive wood screws into a glass hull?

    All, I'm soliciting the list for help with an upcoming potential problem. I need to screw a bunch of #6 bronze wood screws into my hull and personal history doing just that on a previous boat resulted in them snapping off as nice as can be. The obvious problem was that I tried screwing...
  5. U

    Portlight frozen screws

    Hello, i'm trying to remove the portlights to repair them but some of the screws are not moving. i tried liquid wrench, a little hamering, and many screwdrivers. Is there anything else to try. Thanks francois
  6. R

    Navpod screws???

    I am trying to open the Navpod housing that holds my chartplotter. They used these screws that look like an Allen head screw with a post in the center. I suppose this is anti theft? How the heck do I get into the unit? Would like to try and remove the chartplotter.... Thanks, RT
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