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Bruce Baker
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Initially Posted - 05/06/2005 :  08:22:58  Show Profile
I've got a winch-handle holder and an inclinometer I want to install in my boat. Both should be attached with screws. Any advice on what size screws I should use? I assume I'm after something like a self-tapping sheet metal screw made out of stainless?

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Bruce Baker
Falls Church, VA
"Yee Ha" 3573
'83SR/SK
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frankr
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Response Posted - 05/06/2005 :  09:50:07  Show Profile
I attached my inclinometer (scream-ometer) with double sided sticky tape - still on after 3 years.
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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 05/06/2005 :  10:07:47  Show Profile
The proper screw size will be determined by the part you're mounting. (i.e. Whatever fits in the holes or countersinks provided).

Stainless sheet metal screws are appropriate. Get pan head (machine style) or flat (countersunk) as will fit in the device. Be sure to bed whatever you mount to prevent water penetration.
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 05/06/2005 :  10:52:25  Show Profile
I like to use SS oval head screws when I can instead of flat head screws.
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frogger
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Response Posted - 05/06/2005 :  18:55:11  Show Profile
I just installed an inclinometer, used oval-headed ss screws that just fit the mounting holes and for the winch holder I used ss pan-head screws with ss washers. In both cases I used a sealant.
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oldsalt
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Response Posted - 05/10/2005 :  17:59:57  Show Profile
I installed my inclinomter with silicone around 20 years ago and it's still hanging around. Probably would work with the winch holder as well.
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