Bimini stern light thumbscrew

[proudmary]

During our ride home last weekend, noticed my stern light dangling from the bimini top. Stopped and found that the thumbscrew that holds it on had vibrated loose and was gone. I have searched all over for a replacement and just can't seem to locate one. Does anyone have any suggestions for a source for this small piece of hardware? Thanks in advance.

 

[Shamfarlango]

Re: Bimini stern light thumbscrew

are you talking about the set screw that holds it in place?

If it is, here is a link to what I think you are talking about.
http://www.westmarine.com/webapp/wc...toreNum=50692&subdeptNum=50693&classNum=50695

 

[Shamfarlango]

Re: Bimini stern light thumbscrew

I'm not suggesting you buy one there. If that is what you need, any local marine store should be able to provide you one...and likely for a lot cheaper...which is always good

 

[rickdb1boat]

Re: Bimini stern light thumbscrew

http://www.wholesalemarine.com/p/S-...ni+-+Canopy+Top+Short+Thumb+Screws,+Pair.html

 

[proudmary]

Re: Bimini stern light thumbscrew

Thanks for the suggestions, but the thumbscrew I'm looking for has a 5/16" thread. And maybe it is not called a thumbscrew. It attaches the light to the base which in turn is attached to the bimini frame. The light then can swivel on this screw and be adjusted to different positions by loosening the screw, adjusting the light angle, then re-tightening. It had serrations on the inside of the head to grip against the light.

 

[Silvertip]

Re: Bimini stern light thumbscrew

Have you never set foot in any Mom & Pop hardware store? Most have a gazillion drawers full of this specialty hardware. If it is 5/16 thread it is as common as sliced bread. Even Lowes has thumscrews.