Rod Holder Install

[OJ_Simpson]

What size screws should I use to install flush mount rod holders? I picked up some #14 SS self taping marine screws, but after drilling the pilot hole I'm afraid of cracking the glass. If memory serves me correct I used a 3/16 bit as the pilot hole.

 

[Jeep Man]

Re: Rod Holder Install

Size of the screw isn't the issue. The size of the pilot hole you drill before putting the screw in is what you have to get right. Is the underside accessible to allow use of nut and bolt with washers.
Killer handle by the way..................are you serious??????

 

[OJ_Simpson]

Re: Rod Holder Install

Thanks Jeep. I can actually get underneath very easily, and was seriously considering using nuts and bolts. Looks like another trip back to the hardware store.

Juice

 

[bruceb58]

Re: Rod Holder Install

After you drill the hole, use a countersink to prevent cracking the gel coat before screwing into the fiberglass.

 

[dingbat]

Re: Rod Holder Install

Thru bolt with backing plates

 

[fishrdan]

Re: Rod Holder Install

and lock nuts or lock-tite

 

[OJ_Simpson]

Re: Rod Holder Install

Cool. Thanks for the advice everyone.

 

[mphy98]

Re: Rod Holder Install

As stated before, Backing plate and nylock nuts.

And WE ARE NOT GOING TO LET YOU ANYWHERE NEAR ANY KNIVES!!!!

 

[jackd1023]

Re: Rod Holder Install

Fishing gloves may not shrink either.

 

[BTMCB]

Re: Rod Holder Install

Must be a small boat to fit in the cell??