Where to find a replacement fin screw?

[footloose42]

The rear screw on my 2010 A1 fin block has become stripped. Can someone suggest where I can get a new screw? It's been removed from the fin, so it's not stuck.

[BraceMaker]

The threads on the screw are stripped or the threads in the block?

 

If the block's threads are stripped you'll need to drill it and tap it for a larger screw. Is this a clamp screw or a set screw?

[footloose42]

no the hole for the hex key on the screw is stripped. The block is fine.

 

http://i.imgur.com/SXldj.jpg

[BraceMaker]

Ah - http://www.mcmaster.com/#set-screws/=l18dvk Or your local hardware store.

 

If the screw is not out then take a Torx bit and beat it in and turn the screw out, probably throw away the torx bit afterwards to avoid stripping a torx screw.

[footloose42]

thanks

[BraceMaker]

Not the only source - but the search engine is worth it, and you can buy 1 or 3, or 100.

[MattP]

Just call HO

[DW]

You might also want to consider alternate materials, brass and stainless are less prone to corrosion which is probably a potential culprit. Use some anti sieze when installing.

[Waternut]

If you buy them local, makes sure it's not zinc plated or plain steel. Either of those will create a big problem later. If you can't find one locally and you can't get from HO for next to nothing, I would go the McMaster Carr method. They ship fast and you'll have plenty if this happens again to you or a friend.

 

Heck you're in Atlanta...go to Mcmaster after work and pick one up.

[Horton]

I use a nut and bolt store. I change hardware any time I see any corrosion or such.

[gregy]

If you can tell me the length and thread I can send you a stainless steel set screw. You in the states?