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Wow, I didn't know the bond would be that strong. Every
In Response To: Yes, both methods do... 
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() time I have used this method the device I Was mounting was larger the the hole I had to drill but, yes, you need to aware of that issue. You do get the benifit of the SS threads if you have to remove and replace what you are mounting. This happens once or twice a year with my heater H cap for cleaning and polishing.
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- And now a technical question
- I'd say risky..balsa does give them much to bit into too soft
- Jeez Les, that doesn't sound like a good idea
- Too bad about the new headliner.
- Thinking about it..
- Less, Have you ever used "Barrel Bolts"?
- What I do in this situation is make tapped inserts....
- Very nice!
- That's a good way to do it but aren't you
- Yes, both methods do...
- Wow, I didn't know the bond would be that strong. Every
- Yes, both methods do...
- Strength of insert not an issue.
- What a fabulous solution. SOLD!
- "real heavy guests"...how heavy, Les?
- I'd say risky..balsa does give them much to bit into too soft
. I have probably 100 of these on my boat now.