I need to either get a larger size than #8 or somehow fill the hole. I put in an aftermarket backup camera but the bottom screws go in and won't tighten. Maybe the holes are wallowed out. Any ideas for larger screws? Thanks for suggestions.
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Originally posted by BillinTexas View PostI need to either get a larger size than #8 or somehow fill the hole. I put in an aftermarket backup camera but the bottom screws go in and won't tighten. Maybe the holes are wallowed out. Any ideas for larger screws? Thanks for suggestions.2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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Hi Bill,
#10 or even #12 Sheet Metal screws (these have the widest coarse thread available) and should be long enough to get past the tapered end of the screw in the wall material. Installed by hand . . . no power driver. These screws are available from a marine store in stainless steel.
RobCate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel + Kitties Hazel & Elsie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS
2022 F350 Diesel CC SB SRW Lariat
Bayham, Ontario, Canada
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Originally posted by BillinTexas View PostAppreciate the input.
A note of clarification to anyone reading this thread that may attempt to fill a hole with epoxy: make sure the epoxy is safe to use with the foam board that makes up the laminated wall. Yoda -- wasn't it you that found out that even lock lubrication can destroy the foam? I seem to remember a thread about a door?Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
Howard & Francine
2017 Ford F-350 DRW, '19 315RLTSPlus
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I generally remove and seal the ladder screws and any other high load screws when we get a new trailer. I have found that a good quality silicone will not only seal but strengthen the grip of any screws that seem loose when removed. I will run them back in partially with a power driver but usually finish them by hand so I get just the right amount of gription (technical term)2021 Reflection 337RLS, 2021 Silverado 3500HD 6.6 gas. Nellie the wonder boxer
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Coat the larger screw threads with silicone, too, before installing. (Yet another practice "stolen" from my fellow moderator, Cate&Rob .)
A note of clarification to anyone reading this thread that may attempt to fill a hole with epoxy: make sure the epoxy is safe to use with the foam board that makes up the laminated wall. Yoda -- wasn't it you that found out that even lock lubrication can destroy the foam? I seem to remember a thread about a door?[/QUOTE
Yep Blaster dissolved the door foam https://gdrvowners.com/forum/exterio...dissolves-foam. However I have not had any issues with the West System epoxy that Rob recommended Cate&Rob , but I have only used it on a limited basis,2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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Originally posted by MidwestCamper View PostFiberglass Resin will make foam disappear in seconds and should be avoided.
I've used CRC with Teflon on locks as well as on the slide, stabilizers and more.
Jim
Good to know. In my case is was a small dab in the hole and on the skinny 1/8" hardwood dowel to fill a stripped screw hole. I then discovered better ways like Plus Nuts or threaded rivet inserts. I am surprised the CRC did not dissolve the foam too as the carrier for the Teflon is similar to the Blaster product.
Safe travels
Keith2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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Originally posted by MidwestCamper View PostKeith,
PB Blaster is far more caustic and will also destroy rubber materials.
Jim
Thanks you two. Do you know if thier silicone spray or white lithium grease has the same issue? I carry both of those too. Both say safe on plastics/ rubber
Keith2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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Originally posted by Yoda View Post
familytruckster4
Thanks you two. Do you know if thier silicone spray or white lithium grease has the same issue? I carry both of those too. Both say safe on plastics/ rubber
Keith2021 Reflection 337RLS, 2021 Silverado 3500HD 6.6 gas. Nellie the wonder boxer
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Originally posted by Lonestar View PostI have a question. I've seen recommendations in these instances for larger screws with "coarse" threads. Wouldn't "fine" threads hold better on thin sheet metal?
Jim
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