Seat screws working out.

wing dam

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I have a 06 Parti Kraft. We trailer the boat everywhere and I have noticed that the screws in the seat hinges keep working out. I tighten them down and back they come out. Anyone have a idea to keep them in place?

I am sick of going to open a seat and have it fall off the hinges due to loose or missing screws.

Thanks
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: Seat screws working out.

little thicker screw. or take a wooden match stick, stick it in the hole, and break it off, then reinsert screw.
 

imported_John o

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Re: Seat screws working out.

Could also add a lock washer beneath the head of the screw. That way they won't vibrate themselves out
 

tashasdaddy

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Re: Seat screws working out.

lock washer work best on bolts, not screws.
 

fishon13

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Re: Seat screws working out.

Had the same problem a little jb weld fixed the problem. mix up and place on threads try this before going to larger screws.
 

The_Kid

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Re: Seat screws working out.

Fill the hole with silicone caulk and then tighten the screw. They won't vibrate out and you'll be able to remove them if you need to.
 
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