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1990 17’ Montauk - Bimini Headless Screws Needed
HBeric
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Posted on 09/15/19 - 7:36 PM
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Anyone know where I can find the headless, barrel-style screws used to connect bimini rods to the joints?

The screws are about 3/4” long, and threaded to just under half the length, have a flathead screwdriver input, and are 1/4” X 28 (stainless). If necessary, I can upload a photo.

I have looked all over online, have tried West Marine, and have gone to a couple hardware stores, and so far, no luck.

 
Finnegan
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Posted on 09/15/19 - 11:20 PM
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The modern replacement for those are the hex head (Allen wrench) set screws, and you CAN get them from West.

 
guitarfish
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Posted on 09/16/19 - 8:49 AM
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I have used McMaster - Carr online for several hard to find hardware pieces.

Shipping may be high but just the satisfaction of completing projects made it worth the extra cost.


1971 Menemsha 16 and 1978 15' Custom
 
HBeric
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Posted on 09/21/19 - 10:02 AM
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Thank you both.

I reached out the McMaster Carr, and I am waiting to hear back.

Other options include using a set screw with thread lock, or making one with a a Dremmel out of a hex bolt - can cut to length on both threaded and non-threaded ends, and then cut a screwdriver slot into the top. Should work.

Below are photos of the original screw.

 
Joe Kriz
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Posted on 09/21/19 - 12:47 PM
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Choose your length.

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https://www.albanycountyfasteners.com.../66000.htm

 
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