Re: Attaching Hardware to a P15
Mac Davis (cgula@innet.com)
Tue, 30 Mar 1999 08:33:39 -0500
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West Wight Potter Website at URL
http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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Hi John:
IMHO tapping screws are a lubberly way to do this. I recommend using the
appropriate size machine screw (probably oval head as most marine hardware
is countersunk for this profile) with an oversize (fender) washer and a
nyloc nut. If you run into a problem getting the nut started, you can
usually use some kind of stickum (bubble gum or folded masking tape are
examples of success stories) on the end of a dowel to position the nut and
washer. After the nut starts, a socket wrench with extension should be used
to tighten the assembly. Be sure to place enough appropriate bedding under
the fitting to prevent leaks.
Hope this helps,
Mac Davis, Kelpie, WWP19#804, Aripeka, Fl
-----Original Message-----
From: Jkzimm@aol.com <Jkzimm@aol.com>
To: wwpotter@tscnet.com <wwpotter@tscnet.com>
Date: Tuesday, March 30, 1999 2:17 AM
Subject: Attaching Hardware to a P15
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> West Wight Potter Website at URL
> http://www.lesbois.com/wwpotter/
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>Here's a newbie question:
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>I just bought the Davis Tiller Tamer for my P15. The product recommends
>installation of two cam cleats on the transom. I've never drilled holes or
>attempted to mount hardware on my Potter before. What's the best way to do
>this? Should I use a bolt/washer/nut, and if so, how do I access that area
>for the nut and washer? Or are tapping screws sufficient?
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>In advance, thanks for any information on this.
>
>John Zimmerman
>P-15 #2347 Wind Lass
>Suisun CA