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You can reuse the insert threads a number of times, but not as durable as stainless. 
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The rather strange gooseneck on my boat is an example - there are SS knuckles that take a working load of about 6 tons each. They are held on with six 3/8-16 bolts, threaded into G10. They get removed every time the boat is derigged. No problems yet. One nice thing about the method is that if the threads wear out or strip, you just drill is out to the OD of the insert, and glue in a replacement. SS threads are no doubt more durable for frequent reuse - but harder to replace too.
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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
- You can reuse the insert threads a number of times, but not as durable as stainless.
- You can reuse the insert threads a number of times, but not as durable as stainless.
- 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.