[C320-list] BOW PULPIT BOLTS

[Jeff Church]

Pete,

I don't think any hardware is just screwed into the fiberglass without 
any nuts, washers, or backing plates. Some of the deck hardware is 
screwed into metal plates that are embedded in the deck layup. From your 
description, I'd guess that the pulpit is attached that way. If so, see 
if you can move the mounting base 1/4" and drill and tap some new holes.

Good Luck.

JeffC


grossnickle pete wrote:
> Dear 320 Owners List
>  
> Just discovered the the bolts holding the bow pulpit to the hull do not have backing
>  nuts / washers.  The 1/4" bolts were simply screwed into and through the deck.
>  
> Discovered this when replacing forward most bolts on bow pulpit as they were sheered off.
>  
> Any comments please ??
>  
> Thank you !!
>  
> Pete Grossnickle
> EL GATO - #715
> San Diego
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