fixing plugs

[martin47]

any one know the best way to fix down the bow rail i have just had made. the problem is that i can not get to the inside to bolt it on, the boat is fiberglass ? i have seen some rubber plugs whitch hold on the control box for the same problem.....any body know what they are called and where to get them....i have looked on the net ,,,,but have not found any ?????

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: fixing plugs

What you need is an expandable nut or a rivnut (remove the quotes and look here) "http://www.hansonrivet.com/w64.htm"

 

[Silvertip]

Re: fixing plugs

Go to your local hardware store or any of the home improvement centers. Look for "well nuts" You'll find them in the area of the store that has all of the drawers with smaller, specialty nuts, bolts, washers, pins, springs, etc.

 

[SuperNova]

Re: fixing plugs

Something wrong with S/S screws? Installed properly with some 4200 or 5200, they would be pretty much as strong as thru-bolting and probably a lot stronger than well nuts or riv-nuts in the long run.
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Stan

 

[a70eliminator]

Re: fixing plugs

Something wrong with S/S screws? Installed properly with some 4200 or 5200, they would be pretty much as strong as thru-bolting and probably a lot stronger than well nuts or riv-nuts in the long run.
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Stan

I agree totally, I have used both well nuts and stainless screws both have their place and work well, I would just use the stainless screws on the bow rail.